What are stomata primarily responsible for in leaves?
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Correct answer: Allowing gas exchange and regulating water vapor loss
Stomata are pores in the epidermis that allow carbon dioxide to enter and oxygen to exit. They also regulate water vapor loss during transpiration.
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