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In Biology / High School | 2014-10-30

Which cells form the stomata?

A. Sieve cells
B. Guard cells
C. Phloem cells
D. Mesophyll cells

Asked by Layla969

Answer (2)

The guard cells or parenchyma cells form the stomata which help to regulates this size of the opening of a pore on a leaf, stem, or other organ used to control gas exchange. (B) Guard Cells

Answered by Gibbs | 2024-06-10

Stomata are small pores in plants that are formed by pairs of specialized cells called guard cells. These guard cells regulate the opening and closing of the stomata based on the water content in the plant, facilitating gas exchange necessary for photosynthesis and transpiration. Therefore, the correct option is B. Guard cells.
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Answered by Gibbs | 2024-12-26