Cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin form structures called microfibrils, which are organized into macrofibrils that mediate structural stability in the plant cell wall.

Cell structure Description Function Cell type Cell wall Freely permeable layer surrounding cell membrane. The cell wall of plant cells is made from cellulose. This gives them a rigid structure.

Category Function Examples Structural Forms supporting frameworks inside cells and forms body structures Tubulin ... catalyses the breakdown of ATP and Cellulose synthase: catalyses the formation ...

The unique structure and properties of cellulose make it suitable for specific applications, such as immobilizing proteins and separating molecules. It differs from synthetic polymers due to its ...