Question

What is stomata and its function? [3 MARKS]

Answer 1

Each point: 1 Mark

1. Stomata are minute apertures found typically on the outer leaf skin layer, also known as the epidermis.
2. They consist of two specialized cells, called guard cells that surround a tiny pore called stoma. These cells are dumb-bell shaped.
3. Their main function is to allow gases such as carbon dioxide, water vapor and oxygen to move rapidly into and out of the leaf.