exodermises
/ˌɛksoʊˈdɜrmɪsɪz/
noun
- Plural form of exodermis; multiple protective outer layers of cells in plant roots.
- The exodermises of different plant species vary in thickness.
- Researchers compared the exodermises of salt-tolerant and salt-sensitive crops.
- The exodermises of these roots contain suberin, which blocks water movement.