Plant Leaf Epidermal Cells Have an Amazing Array of Trichomes

Question

Plant leaf epidermal cells have an amazing array of trichomes. What is not a function of trichomes?
A) Impale insects that try to lay eggs on the leaves.
B) Repel or trap insects with toxic compounds.
C) Reflect sunlight in sunny locations.
D) Store starch granules.
E) Reduce water loss from leaves.

Accepted Answer

Trichomes may have multiple functions, but storing starch granules is not one of them. Trichomes can provide protection from herbivores and UV radiation, regulate water loss from leaves, and facilitate gas exchange.