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What is the primary function of the bacterial cell wall?
What is the primary function of the bacterial cell wall?
- To aid in cell division
- To regulate the movement of substances into and out of the cell
- To protect the cell from internal turgor pressure (correct)
- To provide energy for the cell
Which type of bacteria has an outer membrane in its cell envelope?
Which type of bacteria has an outer membrane in its cell envelope?
- Gram-positive bacteria
- Polysaccharide encapsulated bacteria
- Mollicutes
- Gram-negative bacteria (correct)
What is the distinguishing component of the bacterial cell wall?
What is the distinguishing component of the bacterial cell wall?
- Peptidoglycan (correct)
- Lipopolysaccharide
- Cellulose
- Chitin
Which type of bacteria stains pink during gram staining?
Which type of bacteria stains pink during gram staining?
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Which group of bacteria may have an enclosing capsule of polysaccharides for extra protection?
Which group of bacteria may have an enclosing capsule of polysaccharides for extra protection?
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