A Leaf with a Higher Density of Stomata Can Take

Multiple Choice

A leaf with a higher density of stomata can take up more CO₂ and release more water than a leaf with a lower density of stomata.
-Consider two plant types: 1. Plants that grow in arid (dry) environments
2) Plants that grow in moist (e.g., wetland) environments
Which plant would you expect to have fewer stomata, and why?

A) the first type, because plants in arid environments need to release as much water as possible
B) the first type, because plants in arid environments need to conserve as much water as possible
C) the second type, because plants in moist environments need to conserve as much water as possible
D) the second type, because plants in moist environments need to release as much water as possible