What is the role of epidermis in plants ?

Explanation

Epidermis acts as protective tissue in plants and provides protection to underlying tissue. This layer forms outer covering of various plant organs and remains in direct contact with the environment . Any substance , whether solid, liquid or gas can enter into the plant or move outside only after passing through this layer. Epidermis helps in absorption, secretion , excretion , gaseous exchange and transpiration . It protects the entry of pathogens.