Question

Select the mismatched pair

(A) Root hair	Unicellular
(B) Stem hair	Multicellular
(C) Trichomes	Cause water loss
(D) Guard cells	Regulate opening and closing of stomata

• A. A
• B. B
• C. C
• D. D

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

C

Trichomes are unicellular or multicellular outgrowths of the epidermis, found covering the leaf, stem and fruit surfaces of various plants. They can be glandular or non-glandular. They protect the plants from predators (glandular trichomes) and prevent water loss. Example: Oscimum

So, the correct answer is 'C'