Tiny openings in the cuticle-covered surfaces of most land plants, called ____, control water loss and carbon dioxide uptake for photosynthesis.

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Stomata are tiny openings or pores in plant tissue that allow for gas exchange. They play a crucial role in controlling water loss through transpiration and in facilitating the uptake of carbon dioxide for photosynthesis.

Tiny Openings in the Cuticle-Covered Surfaces of Most Land Plants