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Question
Mention whether the following statement is true or false. Correct the false statement by altering the last word only.
The cell wall of the root cell is a differentially permeable membrane.
Options
True
False
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Solution
This statement is false.
Correct statement: The cell wall of the root cell is a fully permeable membrane.
Explanation:
Because cell "membranes" are differentially permeable, and cell walls are fully permeable.
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