Assertion : Cuticel is also present in lower epidermal region of the leaf.
Reason : The lower epidermis contains a large numbers of stomata.

Options

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

Answer

B

Explanation

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.