Biology A-Level
waxy cuticle
What waxy cuticle means in Biology A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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A thick physical waterproof barrier that physically reduces evaporation, rather than trapping water vapour.
Topics that use waxy cuticle
- Gas exchange (AQA A-Level)
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