Q. Primary function of epidermis is

A) Photosynthesis
B) Protection
C) Conduction of water and solutes
D) Mechanical support
Explanation

Generally, the epidermis layer does the function of protection but it modifies to the different structures to give the various structures (like-root hairs, trichomes, stomata etc) to perform the various functions in an organism

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