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What is the primary function of the cell wall?
Offer protection and structural support to the cell
Which organisms commonly have cell walls?
Fungi, algae, and plants
What is the composition of the primary cell wall in land plants?
Polysaccharides like cellulose, hemicelluloses, and pectin
What is the main component of bacterial cell walls?
Peptidoglycan
What is the unique component of diatoms' cell walls?
Silica
Test your knowledge on the structure and function of cell walls, which provide structural support, shape, and protection to certain cell types. Explore the roles of cell walls in withstanding osmotic pressure and mechanical stress.
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