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Stoma open and closed

Labeled diagram showing plant stoma open and closed.

A diagram showing the parts of the plant guard cell and stoma. Stomata open to receive carbon dioxide for photosynthesis and to release oxygen. The stomata close to reduce water loss through evaporation.

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