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The cells which help in rolling of the leaves to prevent the transpiration during water stress are

Option: 1

Myrosin cells


Option: 2

Trichomes


Option: 3

Cystoliths


Option: 4

Bulliform cells.


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Bulliform Cells:

  • These are enlarged bubble-shaped epidermal cells.
  • These are present on the adaxial surface of leaves in many monocots. (adaxial surface - upper surface; abaxial surface - lower surface).
  • These are seen near the midrib.
  • These help in rolling of the leaves to prevent the transpiration during water stress.
  • These are also called motor cells.

Bulliform cells help in rolling of the leaves to prevent the transpiration during water stress.

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