Cell wall structure of a cell of unknown origin was studied and was found to contain a polysaccharide chain linked with short chains of amino acid.What do you think it can be?

Correct answer: A. Bacteria

  • A. Bacteria
  • B. Fungi Cell
  • C. Algae
  • D. Cortex cells

Explanation

Bacterias have their cell walls made from peptidoglycan which is known to have sugars and amino acids as its constituents.

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