Which of the following is a typical characteristic of a shade leaf (as opposed to a leaf of the same plant that is fully exposed to the sun)?
A) thicker blade
B) larger number of hairs
C) more chloroplasts
D) fewer, well-defined mesophyll layers
E) smaller in overall size

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Shade leaves often have fewer, well-defined mesophyll layers compared to sun-exposed leaves, which helps them capture light more efficiently under low-light conditions.

Which of the Following Is a Typical Characteristic of a Shade