Figure 5-3 ​ in the Accompanying Figure, What Is the Role of the the Role

question 57

Multiple Choice

Figure 5-3 ​

In the accompanying figure, what is the role of the structures between the membranes?

• A) They provide structure to plant cells.
• B) They provide anchorage points between adjacent cells.
• C) They allow passage of materials through intercellular spaces.
• D) They prevent the passage of materials through intercellular spaces.
• E) They allow the transport of small molecules and ions between adjacent cells.

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