Biological Classification Question 82
82. One of the major components of cell wall of most fungi is
(a) Chitin
(b) Peptidoglycan
(c) Cellulose
(d) Hemicellulose
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Answer : a
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(a) A cell wall is a rigid structural layer, which provides protection and structural support to the cells. The composition of cell wall varies from one species to another. In fungi, the cell wall is composed of strong covalent linkages of chitin, glucans and glycoproteins. Alternatively, in case of land plants, the cell wall is composed of cellulose and hemicellulose. Archean cell walls consists of peptidoglycans.
