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What would happen if the plasma membrane ruptures or breaks down?
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Solution
- The plasma membrane acts as a mechanical barrier to the protoplasm, regulating the passage of materials into and out of the cell while maintaining its identity.
- When the plasma membrane ruptures, the protoplasmic contents scatter into the surrounding media, causing the cell to disintegrate.
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