Assertion : Cell wall is a non-living part of the cell.
Reason : Cell wall offers protection, definite shape and support.

Options

A. If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
B. If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
C. If assertion is true but reason is false.
D. If both assertion and reason are false.

Explanation

Cell wall is a non-living part of the cell. It is an outer, rigid, protective, supportive and semitransparent covering of plant cells only. The cell wall lies outside the plasma membrane is mainly composed of cellulose. It provides a definite shape to the cell. It protects plasma membrane and internal structures from the attack of pathogens and mechanical injury. Transport of materials in and out of the cell occurs through it.