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The selective permeability of the plasma membrane allows the cell to maintain

The selective permeability of the plasma membrane allows the cell to maintain a constant internal environment. This has been termed as

Options

(a) osmosis
(b) homeostasis
(c) imbibition
(d) homeolysis

Correct Answer:

homeostasis

Explanation:

Homeostasis is the regulation by an organism of the chemical composition of its body fluids and other aspects of its internal environment so that physiological processes can proceed at optimum rates. It is the maintenance of the acid base balance and body temperature.

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