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Pressure that is equal and opposite to turgor pressure.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Turgor Pressure (TP):** - Turgor pressure is the pressure exerted by the cell cytoplasm against the cell wall. It is a result of water entering the cell and pushing against the cell wall, which helps maintain the cell's shape and rigidity. 2. **Understanding Wall Pressure (WP):** - Wall pressure is the pressure exerted by the cell wall back onto the cell cytoplasm. This pressure acts in the opposite direction to turgor pressure. ...
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