Question

What is epidermis .where it's present . What is work of epidermis

Answer 1

Answer:

Epidermis: The upper or outer layer of the two main layers of cells that make up the skin.

Answer 2

$\underline\bold{Epidermis:-}$

● It is present in the outermost layer of the plant body. Such as leaves , flower, stem and roots.

● It is one cell thick and covered with $\bold{cuticle}$.

● Cuticle is a waterproof layer of waxi substance called cutin secreted by epidermal cells.

● Cell of epidermis are elongated and flatened.

● They don't contain any intercellular space between them.

● Epidermis protects the plant from dessication and infection.

● Cuticle of epidermis helps to reduce water loose by evaporation from the plant surface.

● It also protects the plant surface from the entry of the pathogens.