The function of plasmodesmata is:

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(C) Plasmodesmata are microscopic channels that traverse the cell walls of plant cells and some algal cells. They enable transport and communication b

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To allow substances to pass from cell to cell

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(C) Plasmodesmata are microscopic channels that traverse the cell walls of plant cells and some algal cells. They enable transport and communication between individual cells. These channels allow the movement of various substances,including water,nutrients,ions,and signaling molecules,directly from the cytoplasm of one cell to the cytoplasm of an adjacent cell. Therefore,the primary function is to facilitate intercellular transport.

Column-$I$	Column-$II$
$P$. Algae	$I$. Absent
$Q$. Fungi	$II$. Chitin
$R$. Plants	$III$. Cellulose,Hemicellulose,Pectins,Proteins
$S$. Animals	$IV$. Cellulose,Galactans,Mannans,$CaCO_3$

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$A$ protoplast is a cell

The cytoplasm of one cell is connected to another through:

$I.$ Found only in sporophytic phase of life cycle
$II.$ May contain enzymes that are biologically active
$III.$ Often contain strengthening polymers
Select the correct option for cell wall

Plasmodesmata are........

Match the following columns regarding cell wall composition:

Column-$I$ Column-$II$

$P$. Algae $I$. Absent

$Q$. Fungi $II$. Chitin

$R$. Plants $III$. Cellulose,Hemicellulose,Pectins,Proteins

$S$. Animals $IV$. Cellulose,Galactans,Mannans,$CaCO_3$

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