Epiderkis Flashcards
1
Q
What is it
A
Layer of protective cells covering plant
2
Q
I hat is cuticle
A
Each layer within. Prevent water loss and infection (eg fungus and bacteria)
3
Q
Why are here no spaces between cells in epidermis
A
To prevent infection
4
Q
What are epidermis cells transparent
A
To allow light to pass though to palisadenlayer
5
Q
Why will root not have a cuticle
A
Not subject to same water loss as it is underground
