| Read the assertion and reason carefully: |
| Assertion : Cuticle is also present in lower epidermal region of the leaf. |
| Reason : The lower epidermis contains a large number of stomata. |
A) If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B) If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C) If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D) If both the assertion and reason are false
E) If the assertion is false but reason is true
Correct Answer: B
Solution :
A distinct layer of cuticle is present in the lower epidermis. The cuticle is, however, less developed than at the upper epidermis. The lower epidermis contains a large number of pores called stomata or stomates. They lead internally into substomatal cavities.
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