The thick waxy coating of cutin on the epidermis of desert plants helps to reduce water loss by forming a waterproof barrier that prevents excessive transpiration in arid environments, thus aiding in the plant’s adaptation to drought conditions.
How does the presence of a thick waxy coating of cutin on the epidermis benefit desert plants?
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The thick waxy coating of cutin on the epidermis of desert plants helps reduce water loss through transpiration by forming a barrier that prevents excessive evaporation. This adaptation minimizes dehydration, enabling desert plants to conserve water and survive in arid environments with limited water availability, thereby enhancing their resilience to drought conditions.