Who Is the Function of the Upper Epidermis?

On the top of the leaf, this is known as the upper epidermis. This is a single layer of cells found directly below the cuticle. It helps protect the leaf by aiding in preventing water loss and providing an extra layer between the outside and inside of the leaf.

What is the function of upper and lower epidermis?

Upper and lower epidermis are the two outermost layers of the leaf. The upper epidermis contains a thick cuticle in order to prevent the water loss. The lower epidermis contains more stomata than the upper epidermis, facilitating the gas exchange.

What is the function of Palisade?

The palisade cell can be found in the upper part of all leaves. Their function is to enable photosynthesis to be carried out efficiently and they have several adaptations.

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