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Cells > Cellular Structures > Cell Wall

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Cell Wall  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • The outermost layer of a cell in most PLANTS; BACTERIA; FUNGI; and ALGAE. The cell wall is usually a rigid structure that lies external to the CELL MEMBRANE, and provides a protective barrier against physical or chemical agents.

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