Regarding shape, which statement is generally correct?
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Correct answer: Plant cells are rectangular; Animal cells are round
The rigid cellulose cell wall gives plant cells a regular, often rectangular or cubic shape. Animal cells lack this wall and tend to be round or irregular in form.
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