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Most abundant water insoluble polysaccharide of plant cell wall is

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Hemicellulose
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Pectin
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Cellulose
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Lignin
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Solution

The correct option is D Cellulose
  • The most abundant water-insoluble polysaccharide of the plant cell wall is cellulose.
  • Cellulose is the most abundant plant polysaccharide and is a major component of the plant cell walls which provides strength to the plant stems, leaves, and branches.
  • Cellulose has a high molecular weight and is crystalline in nature, therefore, they are insoluble in water and does not absorb water.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Cellulose'.

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