Question

Which of the following is absent in an animal cell?

• A. Nucleus
• B. Cell wall
• C. Cytoplasm
• D. Cell membrane

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Cell wall

The correct option is B

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The cell wall is the outermost covering of a cell, present next to the cell membrane.
2. It helps to provide structural support and frame to the cell and also helps in the movement of certain molecules in and out of the cell because of its semi-permeability.
3. It is absent in animal cells and only plants and certain fungi possess cell walls.
4. The cell wall is made up of cellulose and is impermeable in nature.
5. All the other options are present both in plant and animal cells.

Final answer: Cell wall is absent in an animal cell.