The _______ of woody stems, though structured very differently from the stomata of leaves, function in some ways that are similar.

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Lenticels are small pores on the surface of woody stems that allow for gas exchange, much like stomata on leaves.

Answer: D
 Vessel elements are tube-like structures found in the xylem of woody stems that transport water and minerals, similar to the function of veins in leaves. However, they are not involved in gas exchange like stomata.

Therefore, the best choice is C.

The _______ of Woody Stems, Though Structured Very Differently from the Stomata