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Learn about the role of cell walls and intercellular junctions in coordinating cellular activities in plants and animals. Discover how cell walls protect, maintain shape, and regulate water uptake. Explore the breakdown of cell wall components and their functions.
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Extracellular Components and Connections Between Cells Help Coordinate Cellular Activities Kate Rowe, Kylina John, Jacqueline Enriquez
Content: • Cell Walls of Plants • Intercellular Junctions of Plant Cells • ECM of Animal Cells • Intercellular Junctions of Animal Cells
How the cell wall helps coordinate cellular activity • Protects the plant cell • Maintains its shape • Prevents excessive uptake of water
Break Down of Cell Wall • Primary Cell Wall thin and flexible • Middle Lamella sticky, thin layer of pectins • Secondary Cell Wall strong durable matrix
Cell Walls of Plants Secondary Cell Wall Cell Membrane Primary Cell Wall Middle Lamella