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The outermost covering of the cell that separates the contents of the cell from its external environment is called?

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The outermost covering of the cell that separates the contents of the cell from its external environment is called?

a

cytoplasm

b

protoplasm

c

plasma membrane

d

nucleus

✓ Correct answer: c)

plasma membrane

Explanation

The outermost covering of the cell that separates the contents of the cell from its external environment is called plasma membrane. It permits the entry and exit of some materials in and out of the cell.

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