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OSMOSIS IN TISSUES (TURGID/FLACCID/PLASMOLYSED) Flashcards

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What happens when water moves into a plant cell?

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TURGID= VACUOLE gets BIGGER, pushing CELL MEMBRANE against CELL WALL (makes cell rigid/firm)

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Why is it important for plant cells to be rigid/firm?

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Provides support/strengthens the plant (stands upright)

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What prevents the cell from bursting?

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Pressure created by the cell wall stops too much water from entering and bursting, (even if placed in HWP solution)

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What happens when a plant doesn’t get enough water?

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Cells cannot remain rigid/firm (turgid) plant wilts

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