Because of the greater light intensity and heat absorption on the upper surface of the leaf, the upper surface has
A) more stomates than the lower surface.
B) fewer stomates than the lower surface.
C) a thicker cuticle than the lower surface.
D) both [more stomates than the lower surface and a thicker cuticle than the lower surface] are correct
E) both [fewer stomates than the lower surface and a thicker cuticle than the lower surface] are correct

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The upper surface of the leaf typically has fewer stomates to reduce water loss and a thicker cuticle to protect against intense light and heat.

Because of the Greater Light Intensity and Heat Absorption on the Upper