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Pinocytosis differs from phagocytosis in that:

  • A It uses ATP to power vesicle formation
  • B It involves engulfing liquids, not solids
  • C It occurs mainly in plant and fungal cells
  • D It moves material outward, out of the cell

Correct answer: B. It involves engulfing liquids, not solids

Explanation: Pinocytosis = cell drinking (liquid engulfed). Phagocytosis = cell eating (solid particles engulfed). Both are endocytosis.

Concept context

Cell theory, prokaryotic vs eukaryotic cells, organelles and their functions. Foundation of all biology.

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