NEET Solved Paper 2016 Question 26

Question: One of the major components of cell wall of most fungi is:

Options:

A) Chitin

B) Peptidoglycan

C) Cellulose

D) Hemicellulose

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

  • Chitin is a long-chain polymer of N-acetylglucosamine, a derivative of glucose, and it provides structural strength to the cell walls of fungi.