The greater the thickness of the cuticle, ___ is the transpiration rate.

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The cuticle is a waxy substance that is present on the surface of leaves. It prevents excessive loss of water from the plant by transpiration. The greater the thickness of the cuticle lesser is the transpiration rate.

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