NEET Biology
NEETBiologyTransport in PlantsClass 11

What does “Turgor pressure” actually mean in Transport in Plants, and why does it matter for NEET?

the pressure of water inside a plant cell that keeps it firm; losing it makes the plant wilt.

In simple words: the pressure of water inside a plant cell that keeps it firm; losing it makes the plant wilt. Getting Turgor pressure clear matters because NEET questions on Transport in Plants usually test this idea directly, not just a formula you memorised.

Key point

Turgor pressure

Common mistake

thinking wilting means the plant is already dead.

Memory tip

turgor is water-firmness; refill the water and it perks back up.

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