Question

Which is less resistant to decay?
A)LIGNIN
B)CELLULOSE
C)CHITIN
D)STARCH

Answer 1

Answer: To my understanding, Cellulose is the least resistant to decaying.

Step-by-step explanation:

Cellulose decays in weeks or months.

Answer 2

A) Lignin

Step-by-step explanation:

Among the cellulose, chitin and lignin, lignin I'd resistant to decay, it is deposited on the cell wall of mature plant cells. Deposition of lignin leads to death of the cells. Xylem vessels and tracheids are composed of lignin.