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Cell wall fibers — structural component
publish date: 2026/06/16 20:56:40.473973 UTC
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The long threadlike structures that make up much of the cell wall and are laid down in a loose network are known as what?
Correct Answer
cellulose fibrils
Explanation
The long threadlike structures forming the cell wall are called cellulose fibrils. These are long chains of cellulose molecules laid down in a loose, interwoven network. The arrangement of fibrils in multiple orientations gives the cell wall both strength and some flexibility. This is the same structural principle used in reinforced concrete and fibreglass.
Reference
Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide