An insect destroying the ________ layer of tissues in a leaf would lead to a decrease in the ability of gas exchange within the leaf.
A)spongy mesophyll
B)palisade mesophyll
C)xylem
D)epidermis
E)cuticle

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The spongy mesophyll layer in a leaf contains loosely packed cells with air spaces that facilitate gas exchange. Destruction of this layer would hinder the leaf's ability to exchange gases effectively.

An Insect Destroying the ________ Layer of Tissues in a Leaf