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In companion cells, the materials are transported with the help of cytoplasmic bridges called __________.

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Gap junctions

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Ridges

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Plasmodesmata

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Sieve element

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Solution

The correct option is C Plasmodesmata
The companion cells are connected to each other by a bridge-like structure called plasmodesmata that facilitates the conduction of food and organic solutes from one cell to another.

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