Use the diagram above to answer this question.
The part labelled l is the
- spongy mesophyll
- upper epidemis
-
cuticle
- vein
The correct answer is: C
Explanation
Plant cuticle is the outermost layer of plants, which covers leaves, fruits, flowers, and non-woody stems of higher plants.
It protects plants against drought, extreme temperatures, UV radiation, chemical attack, mechanical injuries, and pathogen/pest infection.
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