Cell Wall
MESHD002473
The outermost layer of a cell in most PLANTS; BACTERIA; FUNGI; and ALGAE. The cell wall is usually a rigid structure that lies external to the CELL MEMBRANE, and provides a protective barrier against physical or chemical agents.
Synonyms
- Cell Walls
- Wall, Cell
- Walls, Cell
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