Turgidity : When a cell reaches a state when it cannot accommodate any more water, i.e., it is fully distended, it is called turgid and the condition is called turgidity.

Plasmolysis : It is the phenomenon of the contraction of the cytoplasm from the cell wall caused due to withdrawal of water when placed in a strong (hypertonic) solution.

Flaccidity : It is the condition in which the cell content is shrunken and the cell is no more “tight”.

Root Pressure : I is the pressure developed in the roots due to inflow of water, which helps in pushing the plant sap upwards.