Asked by Tiffany Lease on Jul 27, 2024
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Chitin strengthens the structure of some ____.
A) animals only
B) plants only
C) fungi only
D) animals and fungi
E) plants and fungi
Chitin
Nitrogen-containing polysaccharide that composes fungal cell walls and arthropod exoskeletons.
Strengthens
Refers to making something stronger or more effective.
Structure
The arrangement or organization of parts to form a complex entity, observable in architecture, molecules, and living organisms.
- Comprehend the fundamental architecture and roles of carbohydrates within biological entities.
- Identify the variations in structure and the importance in biology of key organic compounds.
Verified Answer
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Karina MartinezJul 30, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Chitin is a tough, protective polysaccharide that is a major component of many fungal cell walls and also found in the exoskeletons of arthropods such as insects, spiders, and crustaceans, which are all animals. Therefore, chitin strengthens the structure of some animals (arthropods) and some fungi.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the fundamental architecture and roles of carbohydrates within biological entities.
- Identify the variations in structure and the importance in biology of key organic compounds.