Which structure is present outside the plasma membrane in most plant cells and provides shape and support?
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: Cell wall
The plant cell wall lies outside the plasma membrane and provides mechanical support, protection, and shape. It also prevents excessive expansion when water enters the cell.
Keep practicing
More Plant Cell Structure questions
- Which polysaccharide is the main structural component of the primary plant cell wall?
- Which organelle is the main site of photosynthesis in plant cells?
- Which membrane-bound compartment occupies a large volume in many mature plant cells and helps maintain turgor pressure?
- What is the membrane surrounding the plant cell vacuole called?
- Which structure connects the cytoplasm of adjacent plant cells through the cell wall?
- Which plant cell structure is mainly responsible for controlling what enters and leaves the cell?