The cell walls of fungi are composed mainly of ____.
A) cellulose
B) lignin
C) chitin
D) pectin
E) protein

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The cell walls of fungi are composed mainly of ____.  
A) cellulose
B) lignin
C) chitin
D) pectin
E) protein

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The cell walls of fungi are made up of chitin, a strong and flexible polysaccharide similar in structure to cellulose, but with added nitrogen-containing side chains. Chitin gives the fungi their rigidity and protection against osmotic pressure.

The Cell Walls of Fungi Are Composed Mainly of ____