In Fungi and Plants

Question

In fungi and plants
A)the cell wall controls osmotic swelling.
B)the sodium-potassium pump regulates osmotic balance.
C)chemical messengers are not used to communicate.
D)collagen is used to build tissues.

Accepted Answer

In fungi and plants, the cell wall is responsible for controlling osmotic swelling by maintaining the shape and structure of the cell. The cell wall is made up of rigid polysaccharides, which provide a strong framework to prevent osmotic lysis. The sodium-potassium pump, chemical messengers, and collagen are not directly involved in regulating osmotic balance in fungi and plants.