Question on: JAMB Biology - 2023
Which of the following mechanisms is responsible for providing support in plants?
A
Muscles and bones
B
Exoskeleton
C
Endocrine system
D
Cell walls and turgor pressure
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Correct Option: D
The mechanism responsible for providing support in plants is the combination of cell walls and turgor pressure.
Plant cells have rigid cell walls that maintain the overall structure of the plant, and turgor pressure, resulting from the water content of cells, contributes to the stiffness and support of plant tissues.
Muscles and bones are associated with animal support systems, an exoskeleton is an external skeleton found in some invertebrates, and the endocrine system is related to hormonal regulation rather than structural support.
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