The wax like covering on leaves:

Q. The wax like covering on leaves:

A

Stomata

B

Chlorophyl

C

Cellulose

D

Cuticle

Solution:

The waxy covering on plant leaves, young stems, and fruit is called the “cuticle”. It is composed of cutin, a wax-like material produced by the plant that is chemically a hydroxy fatty acid. The purpose of this covering is to help the plant retain water.
Directly underneath the cuticle is a layer of cells called the epidermis.

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