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                            Which of the following is not a characteristic feature of animal cell membrane?                        
                                                
                                                
                                                
                        
                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            
                                
                                Correct Answer: 
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                                        Explanation: 
                                        Animal cells rely on the plasma membrane for shape and transport but require other mechanisms (e.g., ion pumps) to prevent osmotic lysis.