Overall, plasmolysis and turgor help plants to:
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Correct answer: Maintain structural support and osmotic balance
Turgor pressure provides mechanical support to plant cells and tissues, while plasmolysis illustrates the osmotic behaviour of cells. Together, these phenomena underpin the regulation of water balance in plants.
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