The cell wall of plants is mainly composed of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The cell wall of plants is mainly composed of:
A. Peptidoglycan
B. Chitin
C. Lignin
D. Cellulose
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The primary cell wall of plants consists of cellulose microfibrils embedded in a matrix of hemicellulose, pectin, and proteins. Secondary walls contain lignin. Chitin is in fungi and arthropods, peptidoglycan in bacteria. Cellulose is a polymer of β-glucose units and provides structural support.

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