ClimateSeptember 8, 2026
stomata
stoh-MAY-tuh
Definition
Tiny pores or openings on the surface of a plant leaf or stem that allow for gas exchange, such as the intake of carbon dioxide and the release of water vapor.
How do you pronounce stomata?
Stomata is pronounced stoh-MAY-tuh (IPA: //stoʊˈmeɪtə//).
Where does stomata come from?
Derived from the Greek word 'stoma', meaning 'mouth,' as these structures resemble small mouths on the surface of plant tissues.
In the news
The article explains that rising CO2 levels cause these pores to partially close, which reduces the amount of water plants lose through transpiration and impacts climate modeling.
Over 40% of Earth Could Become 'Drylands' by 2100, Scientists Warn
Read the full article ↗ScienceAlert
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