Question

What are the function of the epidermal cells present on the aerial parts of plants?

Answer 1

The following epidermal cells are found in plants

(i) Cuticle:

They decrease surface transpiration.

(ii) Stomata:

Transfer of gases and transpiration.

(iii) Stem hair:

For decreasing temperature changes and the speed of transpiration.

(iv) Glandular hair:

Different secretions.

(v) Prickles:

Guard against: grazing animals.

(vi) Root hair:

Absorbs water for the plant.

More information:

Transpiration: the loss of water by evaporation in terrestrial plants, especially through the stomata; accompanied by a corresponding uptake from the roots.

Stomata: It is a pore, found in the epidermis of leaves, stems, and other organs, that manages the rate of gas exchange