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Number of stomata present per `cm^(2)` of a common leaf is aboout

A

Less than 100

B

1000 to 60000

C

One million

D

None of the above

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The correct Answer is:
B
Stomatal density which refers to the number of stomata per unit area of the leaf ranges in plants from approximately 1.400 to 40000 stomata. The number and distribution of the stomata play an important role in determining the rate of gas exchange and water loss from a leaf.
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