Cell Wall Structure, Remodeling, and Development Explained | Chapter 17 of Plant Physiology and Development
Cell Wall Structure, Remodeling, and Development Explained | Chapter 17 of Plant Physiology and Development Chapter 17 of Plant Physiology and Development provides an in-depth examination of the plant cell wall—one of the most essential and multifunctional structures in plant biology. Acting as both a protective barrier and a dynamic regulator of growth, the cell wall is a central player in plant physiology, development, signaling, and defense. This chapter highlights the biochemical components of primary and secondary walls, their biosynthesis, the enzymes that remodel them, and the sophisticated communication pathways that integrate cell wall status with plant growth and immunity. The full lecture below offers a clear and accessible walkthrough of these concepts. Watch the full chapter explanation here: Primary and Secondary Cell Wall Composition The plant cell wall is a composite structure composed mainly of cellulose, hemicelluloses, pectins, and structural proteins. Pri...