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Question
What is the difference between lenticels and stomata?
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Solution
| Lenticels | Stomata |
| (i) These are formed due to loosening of the epidermal and cortical tissue. | (i) Stomata are specialized epidermal cells. |
| (ii) Lenticels are usually found in the stem. | (ii) Stomata are usually found on the surface of leaves. |
| (iii) Guard cells are absent. | (iii) Guard cells are present |
| (iv) The opening of lenticels is not regulated. | (iv) Opening of stomata is regulated. |
| (v) Facilitates removal of waste | (v) Facilitates exchange of gases. |
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