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OpenStudy (anonymous):

describe the function of the cell wall?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

To protect the cell, its like a forcefield of awesomeness

OpenStudy (petiteme):

The cell wall is the tough, flexible but sometimes fairly rigid layer that surrounds some types of cells. It is located outside the cell membrane and provides these cells with structural support and protection, in addition to acting as a filtering mechanism. A major function of the cell wall is to act as a pressure vessel, preventing over-expansion when water enters the cell.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

The function of a cell wall is to act as a pressure vessel, preventing over-expansion when water enters the cell. They are usually found in bacteria, plants, algae and fungi amongst other organisms.

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