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MIC 121 Characteristics and Structure of Fungi Objective Question

Question

The cell walls of fungi are primarily composed of which robust polymer, often found in insect exoskeletons?
Options
A Cellulose
B Peptidoglycan
C Chitin
Correct Answer
D Lignin
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document clearly states that fungal cell walls are made of chitin, a tough, flexible polymer also found in insect exoskeletons (Page 4 and Page 6).

Hint

This is a key distinguishing feature of fungi from plants and bacteria.

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