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10. The cytoplasmic channels that penetrate the cell walls of adjacent plant cells to allow direct intercellular transport and communication are

A. Desmosomes
B. Gap junctions
C. Plasmodesmata
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D. Tight junctions

📝 Explanation

Plasmodesmata are microscopic channels crossing the plant cell wall, lining up the plasma membrane and endoplasmic reticulum of neighboring cells.

📖 Additional Information

  • Desmosomes
  • Gap junctions
  • Plasmodesmata
  • Tight junctions

Plasmodesmata are microscopic channels crossing the plant cell wall, lining up the plasma membrane and endoplasmic reticulum of neighboring cells.

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