Question

What are the functions of the cell wall in plant cells?

Answer 1

Plant cell wall:

1. The plasma membrane of plants is protected by a non-living hard structure called the cell wall.
2. Plant cell walls are composed principally of cellulose.

The function of the cell wall in plant cells:

1. It gives the cell its form.
2. It defends the cell against mechanical harm and infection.
3. It aids cell-to-cell communication and acts as a barrier to unwanted macromolecules.