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What would happen if a plasmolysed cell is kept in pure water?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Plasmolysis**: - Plasmolysis is the process where a cell loses water and the cytoplasm shrinks away from the cell wall. This occurs when a cell is placed in a hypertonic solution, causing water to exit the cell. 2. **Condition of the Plasmolysed Cell**: - In a plasmolyzed cell, the protoplasm is shrunken and has a reduced volume due to the loss of water. ...
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