In addition to the cell membrane, there is an outer thick layer in plant cells which is known as ___.

cell wall

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tonoplast

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The correct option is A
cell wall

In addition to the cell membrane, there is an outer thick layer in plant cells called the cell wall. This additional layer surrounding the cell membrane is required by the plants for protection. Plant cells need protection against variations in temperature, high-velocity wind, atmospheric moisture, etc.

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