Which of the following is an incorrect statement regarding trichomes?

Trichomes are always branched.

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They are secretory in function.

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They prevent transpiration.

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Trichomes are absent in monocots.

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The correct option is A
Trichomes are always branched.

Trichomes in the shoot system are usually multicellular. They may be branched or unbranched and soft or stiff. They may even be secretory. The trichomes help in preventing water loss due to transpiration.

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Which of the following is an incorrect statement regarding trichomes?

The correct option is A Trichomes are always branched. Trichomes in the shoot system are usually multicellular. They may be branched or unbranched and soft or stiff. They may even be secretory. The trichomes help in preventing water loss due to transpiration.

The correct option is A
Trichomes are always branched.

Trichomes in the shoot system are usually multicellular. They may be branched or unbranched and soft or stiff. They may even be secretory. The trichomes help in preventing water loss due to transpiration.