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Define the term: Plasmolysis

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Define the term:

Plasmolysis

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The shrinkage of the cytoplasm of a living cell as a result of exosmosis is known as plasmolysis.
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Chapter 6: Plant Water Relation - Exercises [Page 133]

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Balbharati Biology [English] Standard 12 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 6 Plant Water Relation
Exercises | Q 3.09 (iii) (a) | Page 133
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Chapter 4 Absorption by Roots
Exercise 1 | Q 1.05 | Page 48

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