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Why do plants often reduce the surface area of their leaves to help them prevent water loss?

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A typical leaf has three main layers. ... Some arid-climate plants are able to conserve water because of their reduced leaf size. Less leaf surface area results in reduced water loss through the epidermis. Small leaves have fewer stomata than larger leaves, and that adaptation also reduces water los

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