Refer to the figure showing a plant periderm. 
The periderm, which is the outer layer of the secondary plant body, provides protection for interior tissues by keeping water in and pathogens out.What function is provided by structure A in the figure?
A) Location for mycorrhizal colonization
B) Uptake of water
C) Production of chemicals that deter herbivores
D) Gas exchange with the environment
E) Capture of wind-blown pollen
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