Pavement cells
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Pavement cells
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Pavement cells are a cell type found in the outmost epidermal layer of plants. The main purpose of these cells is to form a protective layer for the more specialized cells below. The arrangement and undulating geometry of these cells are demonstrated to enhance the epidermal tear resistance by extending the path of cracks and hindering their progression along cell interfaces, thereby preserving the plant epidermal integrity. This layer helps decrease water loss, maintain an internal temperature,
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pavement_cells
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2024-01-15T06:31:53Z
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