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The cell wall is not involved in


A

absorption

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secretion

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osmoregulation

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D

translocation

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Solution

The correct option is B

secretion


The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option :

1. . Secretion is the process by which substances are produced and discharged from the cell.

2. Cell wall is the semi-transparent membrane surrounding the plasma membrane, which provides rigidity and shape to the cell.

3. The organelles within the cell perform Secretion but not the cell wall.

Explanation of the incorrect options :

Option A :

Absorption is the process in which one substance is taken by membranes. Cellulose which is the component of the cell wall, absorbs water.

Option C :

Osmoregulation is the process in which osmotic pressure is balanced and maintained by the cell wall and prevents from bursting.

Option D :

Translocation is the process in which the substances move from one place to another. Cell wall helps in the transport of water and minerals over long distances.

Final answer: The cell wall is not involved in Secretion.


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