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Yes. The cell walls in fungi are composed primarily of chitin, which is a polymer of
N-Acetylglucosamine with 1,4 beta linkage. Not all fungal cell walls are composed of chitin such as Cryptomycota (Rozellida), but the majority do contain chitin, and there is current debate on whether or not non-chitinous organisms should be classified as fungi or as "fungal-like protists" such as members of phylum Oömycota.
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∙ 10y agoChitin is the strong yet flexible polysaccharide that is made up on N-acetyl-D-glucosamine subunits (as a polymer), and forms structural components of arthropods (crustacean and insect exoskeletons and shells), strengthens the shells of mollusks, forms the hard substance that makes up wings of butterflies, etc., forms the beaks of cephalopods (octopus and squid), strengthens the cell walls of fungi, and forms the scales of certain types of fish (such as carp).
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∙ 15y agoYes chitin is found in SOME animal cells, especially those that make up the exoskeletons of insects and Spiders.
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∙ 12y agoCellulose is part of the cell wall not chitin. Chitin is part of a fungus cell wall.
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What organisms make chitin?
Fungi eg. mushrooms
What makes chitin and cellulose edible?
They both are edible because they come from plants and animals. While Chitin and Cellulose are edible, they are very hard to digest. But they are filled with dietary fibers so they will enhance bowel movements.
What are the significance of chitin?
Chitin is polysaccharide, formed from N-acetylglucosamine, that acts as a structural material in the exoskeletons of arthropods, and in internal structures of cephalopods and many other animals.Chitin is a polysaccharine, made from N-acetylglucosamine, that serves as a structural material in the exoskeletons of arthropods, and in internal structures of cephalopods and other animals.
Chitin is an example of what?
chitin is an example of a carbohydrate
Which fungal features supports the phylogenetic conclusion that fungi are more closely related to animals than plants?
the cell walls of fungi are made of chitin
How does chitin protect animals from drying out?
There are fluid pouches in Chitin to keep the animals from drying out.
Does an octopus contain chitin?
No, it doesn't. Chitin is an sort of skeleton found on the outside of such animals as insects.
Do animals and fungi both have chitin?
yes
In which kingdom does chitin exist?
Chitin is primarily found in the kingdoms Animalia (animals, in this case, typically insects) and Fungi
Which polysaccharide is an important component in the structure of many animals and fungi?
chitin
The substance that makes up the hard outer skeletons of certain animals is called what?
Chitin
How are alike animals and fungi alike?
Fungus is a living organism. They are both consumers
What the difference between cellulose and chitin?
Both are polysaccharides derived from glucose monomers (chitin slightly different).However, chitin is a polymer of N-acetyl-D-glucosamine.Cellulose is a polymer of D-glucose.Both are used as structural components of living organisms.However, chitin is only found in certains animals and fungi, and cellulose is only found in plants.duplicateduplicate
What is difference between cellulose and chitin?
Both are polysaccharides derived from glucose monomers (chitin slightly different).However, chitin is a polymer of N-acetyl-D-glucosamine.Cellulose is a polymer of D-glucose.Both are used as structural components of living organisms.However, chitin is only found in certains animals and fungi, and cellulose is only found in plants.duplicateduplicate
What are 2 polysaccharides found in animals?
the kind of polysaccharides that are found in animals are proteins and carbohydrates.
What organisms make chitin?
Fungi eg. mushrooms
What is the name of the polysaccharide that is found in the cell walls of fungi and the exoskeletons of arthropods?
Chitin is the polysaccharide found in the cell walls of fungi and the exoskeletons of arthropods.
