Question

which tissue forms the outer covering of a plant and does it have a protective role to play?how ?

Answer 1

Answer:

The epidermis is a single layer of cells that covers plants' leaves, flowers, roots and stems. It is the outermost cell layer of the plant body and plays a protective role in the plant.

Answer 2

Answer: Epidermis is forms the  outer covering of a plant.

Explanation:

Epidermis is the outer most covering of the plant and provides protection from parasitic invasion, mechanical injuries and it also prevents from excess loss of water in plants.