Paper 1 · Specimen 2018 · Biology
Which adaptation of a leaf does not increase the rate of photosynthesis?
Aair spaces
Bthick cuticle
Cnumerous stomata
Dlarge surface area
Explanation
A thick cuticle reduces water loss; it does not help gas exchange or light capture, whereas the other three do.
ZIMSEC Combined Science 4003/1, Specimen Paper 2018, Q3