Which of these is not a possible function of trichomes?  

A.  reflect light from leaf surfaces
B.  store or secrete salt
C.  defend against insects
D.  structural support
E.  irritate potential herbivores


D.  structural support
Since trichomes are an external feature of plants found on stems, leaves and the reproductive organs, they are not involved with structural support.

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