Mention whether the following statement is true or false and give explanation in support of your answer.
Plasmolysis is reverse of deplasmolysis.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is A True
Plasmolysis is the separation of the cytoplasm from the cell wall caused due to the withdrawal of water when placed in a strong (hypertonic) Solution.
Deplasmolysis is the result of the re-entry of water into the plasmolysed cell when placed in hypotonic solution due to which the protoplasm again swells up pressing tight against the cell wall.

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