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Why does the upper leaf have a waxy cuticle

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Plant cuticle is a protecting film covering the epidermis of leaves, young shoots and other aerial plant organs without periderm. It consists of lipid and hydrocarbon polymers impregnated with wax, and is synthesized exclusively by the epidermal cells.

GenaCL600 [577]3 years ago

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Just like our skin helps protect us, leaves have an outer layer that protects them. This outermost layer is called the cuticle. It is generally waxy to protect the leaf and prevent water loss.

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