NEET2008BotanyMineral NutritionActual
The mineral present in cell wall is
Options
- ANa
- BCa
- CK
- DMg
Correct answer
B. Ca
Step-by-step solution
Chemical composition of the cell wall is the following : (a) Matrix water-60%, hemicellulose 5-15 % , pectic substance- 2-8 % , Lipids 0.5-3.0 % , proteins- 1-2 % . (b) Microfibrils Cellulose/fungus cellulose10-15%. (c) Other Ingredients lignin, cutin, suberin, silica, minerals (eg, iron, calcium, carbonate) waxes, tannins, resins, gum etc