Epidermal (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to a cuticle or cuticula.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The epidermal layer of the plant is covered with a waxy coating to prevent water loss.
- The scientists studied the epidermal structures of various species to understand their adaptations to environment.
- Damage to the epidermal tissue can lead to infection and disease in plants.
- The epidermal cells of the leaf are responsible for producing the cuticle that protects the plant from dehydration.
- The researchers analyzed the epidermal characteristics of the fossilized leaves to reconstruct the ancient ecosystem.