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Per NCERT, what is the CUTICLE — and what is its role?
AA reproductive cell layer
BA specialised mineral-storage tissue
CA meristem inside the cuticle
DA waxy layer of cutin covering the epidermis; it reduces water loss from transpiration and protects against mechanical injury / parasites
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. A waxy layer of cutin covering the epidermis; it reduces water loss from transpiration and protects against mechanical injury / parasites
Per NCERT §3.2.4(i), cuticle = waxy cutin layer on epidermis — reduces water loss, protects. The other options misstate.
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