Question

What do you think will happen if there were no stomata in the epidermis of the stem or leaves?

Answer 1

If there were no stomata in the epidermis of the stem or leaves:

• The exchange of gases would stop. Carbon dioxide could not enter the photosynthesis system, and oxygen could not be exchanged, affecting both photosynthesis and respiration.
• Transpiration would not occur. This would stop the transpiration pull and restrict the upward movement of water and minerals through the xylem.
• The elimination of surplus water and wastes via transpiration would also be affected.