All of the following adaptations prevent dehydration in land plants EXCEPT

(A) many guard cells in the flaccid condition
(B) many stomates on the top leaf surface
(C) water-resistant cuticle
(D) the presence of many epidermal hairs
(E) recessed stomates


Ans: (B) many stomates on the top leaf surface

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