Question
What is the difference between lenticels and stomata?

Answer

Differences between lenticels and stomata are as follows:
  Lenticels   Stomata
i.
These are formed due to loosening of the epidermal and cortical tissue.
i.
Stomata rae specialized epidermal cells.
ii.
Lenticels are usually found in the stem.
ii.
Stomata are usually found on the surface of leves.
iii.
Guard cells are absent.
iii.
Guard cells are present.
Iv.
The opening of lenticels is not regulated.
iv.
Opening of stomata is regulated.
v.
Facilitates removal of waste.
v.
Facilitates exchange of gases.

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