Question

The cuticle present above the epidermis is helpful in reducing

• A. Transpiration
• B. Respiration
• C. Photosynthesis
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Transpiration

The cuticle is comprised of polymers of wax. This layer is present on the surface of the epidermis of leaf and stem. This is the waxy and waterproof layer. This layer prevents the loss of water from the leaves and stem. This protective layer allows the retention of the water. This helps to reduce the loss of water in the form of water vapour by transpiration.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.