Question

What is the meaning of plasmodesmata?

Answer 1

Plasmodesmata:

1. Plasmodesmata are the microscopic channels that traverse the cell walls of plant cells and allow transport and communication between the adjacent cells.
2. They connect the cytoplasm of neighboring cells causing an exchange of materials and communication between the cells.
3. They are generally present in plant cells.
4. Plasmodesmata are remnants of the endoplasmic reticulum.
5. They possess desmotubule and cytoplasmic sleeves.
6. The space between the plasma membrane and desmotubules consists of a few microchannels.
7. These helped in short-distance movements.
8. These plasmodesmata are quite abundantly seen in the pit membranes.