What is the function of the middle lamella in the cell wall?
A
Cementing material between two adjacent cells.
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B
Performs transportation of materials.
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C
Protects the cell.
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D
All of the above
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E
Cementing material between two adjacent cells.
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F
Performs transportation of materials.
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G
Protects the cell.
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H
All of the above
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Solution
The correct option is A Cementing material between two adjacent cells. The cell wall consists of a primary cell wall and secondary cell wall. The most important component of the cell wall is the middle lamella. It acts as cementing material between two adjacent cells. It is made up of pectates of Calcium and Magnesium.