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What are the cells that enclose the stomatal pore in a stoma?

Options

  1. AChloroplasts
  2. BGuard cells
  3. CSubsidiary cells
  4. DEpidermal cells

Correct answer

B. Guard cells

Step-by-step solution

The epidermal tissue system forms the outer-most covering of the whole plant body and comprises epidermal cells, stomata and the epidermal appendages – the trichomes and hairs. The epidermis is the outermost layer of the primary plant body. It is made up of elongated, compactly arranged cells, which form a continuous layer. Epidermis is usually single-Layered. Epidermal cells are parenchymatous with a small amount of cytoplasm lining the cell wall and a large vacuole. The outside of the epidermis is often covered w

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