alleryStart learning →Which cells control opening and closing of a stoma?
ACompanion cells
BGuard cells
CSieve elements
DRoot-hair cells
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Guard cells
Guard cells regulate the opening and closing of the stomatal pore.
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