What is the Function of Trichomes

Question

What is the function of trichomes?
A)protect the stomata from wind
B)help reflect sunlight
C)decrease transpiration by trapping air and creating higher humidity in the chamber compared to the surrounding atmosphere
D)thickened cells reduce water loss
E)trap water

Accepted Answer

Trichomes decrease transpiration by trapping air and creating higher humidity in the chamber compared to the surrounding atmosphere. They provide a barrier that helps to limit water loss from the surface of the plant, protecting it from dehydration. They also help to deter herbivores and can contain oils that protect against pathogens. While trichomes may have some reflective properties, protection from wind, water trapping, and thickened cells are not their primary functions.