alleryStart learning →Why does opening stomata for gas exchange risk water loss?
AWater vapour can diffuse out through them
BWater is secreted through the cuticle
CWater is driven through sieve tubes
DWater formed by respiration accumulates
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Water vapour can diffuse out through them
Open stomata allow gases to diffuse and also provide a route for water vapour to escape.
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