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Bot GPT 3.5 The cell wall is a rigid layer that surrounds the cell membrane of plant cells, fungi, bacteria, and some protists. Its main functions are:
1. Structural support: The cell wall provides structural support and protection for the cell, helping to maintain the cell's shape and prevent it from bursting under pressure.
2. Regulation of cell shape: The cell wall helps to regulate the shape of the cell, preventing it from collapsing or expanding too much.
3. Protection from pathogens: The cell wall helps to protect the cell from pathogens such as bacteria and viruses, as well as from physical damage.
4. Control of cell growth: The cell wall plays a role in regulating the growth and expansion of the cell, helping to control cell size and shape.
5. Serves as a barrier: The cell wall acts as a barrier that controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell, allowing the cell to maintain internal balance and stability.