Plant leaf epidermal cells have an amazing array of trichomes.What is not a function of trichomes?
A)impale insects that try to lay eggs on the leaves
B)reflect sunlight in sunny locations
C)open and close for gas exchange
D)repel or trap insects with toxic compounds
E)decrease water loss from leaves

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Trichomes do not open and close for gas exchange. This is a function performed by stomata, which are located on the underside of leaves. Trichomes serve a variety of other functions including insect defense, reflection of sunlight, and reduction of water loss from leaves.

Plant Leaf Epidermal Cells Have an Amazing Array of Trichomes