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Where is the middle lamella located?
Between the primary cell wall and the plasma membrane
What is the primary function of the middle lamella?
To join adjacent plant cells
Which component of the cell wall is responsible for cell adhesion and wall hydration?
Pectin
What is the primary difference between the primary and secondary cell walls?
The primary cell walls are thinner and less rigid compared to secondary cell walls
Which component of the cell wall is a highly branched polymer found in the secondary cell walls of woody plants?
Lignin
Test your knowledge of plant cell wall structure and composition! Learn about the location of the primary cell wall in relation to the middle lamella and plasma membrane, as well as the composition and function of these important cell wall components.
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