Which of the following is not a characteristic feature of the animal cell membrane?
Correct answer: D. Prevents from osmotic lysis
- A. Provides mechanical shape
- B. Maintains cellular homeostasis
- C. Regulates passage of molecules
- D. Prevents from osmotic lysis
Explanation
The cell membrane in animal cells does not prevent the cell from osmotic lysis. Animal cells do not have a cell wall like plant cells, and they are susceptible to osmotic lysis in a hypotonic environment where water can enter the cell freely, causing it to swell and potentially burst.
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