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Which of the following is NOT a function of the cell wall in fungi and plants?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the cell wall in fungi and plants?
- Gives shape to the cell
- Protects the cell from infection
- Provides energy for the cell (correct)
- Facilitates cell-to-cell interaction
What is the primary component of the cell wall in algae?
What is the primary component of the cell wall in algae?
- Calcium carbonate
- Mannans
- Galactans
- Cellulose (correct)
What is the primary component of the cell wall in other plants?
What is the primary component of the cell wall in other plants?
- Cellulose (correct)
- Proteins
- Pectins
- Hemicellulose
Where is the secondary wall formed in a plant cell?
Where is the secondary wall formed in a plant cell?
What happens to the growth capability of the primary wall as the plant cell matures?
What happens to the growth capability of the primary wall as the plant cell matures?
Study Notes
Cell Wall Functions and Composition
- One of the functions of the cell wall in fungi and plants is NOT to synthesize proteins.
- The primary component of the cell wall in algae is alginates and agar.
- The primary component of the cell wall in other plants is cellulose.
- The secondary wall is formed in a plant cell between the primary wall and the plasma membrane.
- As the plant cell matures, the growth capability of the primary wall is lost, and it becomes rigid and non-extensible.
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Test your knowledge on the cell wall structure and function with this quiz! Explore the importance of the cell wall in providing shape, protection, and cell-to-cell interaction in fungi, plants, and algae. Discover the components, such as cellulose, galactans, mannans, and minerals, that make up the cell wall.
