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प्रश्न
Which is not a function of epidermis?
पर्याय
Protection from adverse condition
Gaseous exchange
Conduction of water
Transpiration
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उत्तर
Conduction of water
Explanation -
The epidermis is the outermost layer of cells covering a plant. Its function is principal to protect the plant from injury or adverse conditions and to reduce water loss. It also helps in gaseous exchange and transpiration as it possesses stomata. Conduction of water occurs by xylem which is a complex permanent tissue.
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