0 a layer of cells in a plant's root underneath the epidermis (= outer layer): --
The exodermis is thought to protect against water loss from the root to the soil.
The exodermis of a one-year-old root is often flaking and falling off.
The exodermis is a single-cell layer at the outer surface of the root directly below the root epidermis.
The cells of the exodermis are very compact, restricting the flow of water.
NYA ORD
European
May 10, 2021
DAGENS ORD
Shimmer
exodermis