Question

What is the primary function of the cuticle?

• A. Prevent evaporation from the leaf surface
• B. Prevent photosynthesis
• C. Prevent the leaf from wilting.
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Prevent evaporation from the leaf surface

The primary function of the cuticle is to prevent evaporation from the leaf surface. Wilting occurs when the rate of loss of water from the plant is greater than the absorption of water in the plant. The process of photosynthesis is not affected by the presence of the cuticle.