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Question
Distinguish between the following:
Stomata and lenticels
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Solution
| Stomata | Lenticels | ||
| 1. | There are two guard cells in the shape of beans surrounding these small openings. They can be opened and closed. | 1. | There are no guard cells surrounding these special openings. They remain open all the time |
| 2. | They are mostly found on the abaxial surface of leaves. | 2. | These are found on the surface of older woody stems. |
| 3. | These are responsible for the diffusion of gases during photosynthesis and respiration. They also help in transpiration. | 3. | These are mainly responsible for diffusion of gases during respiration. They also help in transpiration. |
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