Which of the following accurately describes the structure of a leaf?
A) stomata can occur on both sides of a leaf
B) in a eudicot, spongy mesophyll is on the same side of the leaf as xylem in the vein
C) the main veins of leaves have both xylem and phloem, but smaller veins have only xylem or phloem
D) palisade mesophyll occurs only in monocot leaves

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Stomata, the pores found on the leaf surface, can indeed occur on both sides of a leaf, allowing for gas exchange. This is especially common in leaves of many plant species, including those that float on water or grow in very moist environments.

Which of the Following Accurately Describes the Structure of a Leaf