Stomata Leaf Peel Count.

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Kimberly Wong 10F

Stomata Leaf Peel Count

Aim:

  • To examine the stomata on the upper and lower epidermis of a leaf.
  • To investigate and find out which side has more and why.

Prediction:

        I predict that there will be more stomata on the underside of the leaf (the lower epidermis) than on the upper epidermis because that way the maximum amount of sunlight can enter the leaf without many stomata blocking the way.  Also, a lower number of stomata would increase the surface area and therefore increase the amount of area available for light to hit.  

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Apparatus:

  • Microscope
  • Leaf
  • Nail varnish
  • Forceps
  • Slides

Method:

  1. Take a fresh leaf and a bottle of nail varnish.
  2. Paint 2 squares (about 1cm2) on each side (you should have 2 on the bottom and 2 on the top)
  3. Wait for them to dry.
  4. Paint on a second layer when the first on is completely dry.
  5. While waiting for the nail varnish to dry, take out a microscope and set it up (make sure that the light is dim)
  6. Using forceps, peel of a strip of ...

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