How does the cell wall applies an equal and opposites force to the cytoplasm during turgor pressure?

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Cell wall is elastic and rigid; thus, an equal and opposite pressure is applied by the cell wall against the expanding protoplasm. This pressure of cell wall is known as wall pressure.

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