The symplast:A) greatly increases the surface area of the root.B) is a waterproof band surrounding the endodermis.C) is a continuum of living cytoplasm.D) secretes suberin, which waterproofs the cells.E) allows nutrient minerals to move against their concentration gradient.

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The symplast:A)  greatly increases the surface area of the root.B)  is a waterproof band surrounding the endodermis.C)  is a continuum of living cytoplasm.D)  secretes suberin, which waterproofs the cells.E)  allows nutrient minerals to move against their concentration gradient.

Nicole Williams · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  The symplast refers to the interconnected cytoplasm of living cells in a plant, facilitated by plasmodesmata, which are small channels that connect the cells. This network allows for the direct exchange of materials between cells, bypassing the cell wall.

The symplast:

A) greatly increases the surface area of the root.
B) is a waterproof band surrounding the endodermis.
C) is a continuum of living cytoplasm.
D) secretes suberin, which waterproofs the cells.
E) allows nutrient minerals to move against their concentration gradient.

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