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Question
The hydrostatic pressure of the cell sap on the cell wall is called ______.
Options
Turgor pressure
Osmotic pressure
Wall pressure
Atmospheric pressure
Solution
The hydrostatic pressure of the cell sap on the cell wall is called Turgor pressure.
Explanation:
Turgor pressure is the force exerted by cell contents against the cell wall.
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