Bacterial Cell Surface Layers Identification Techniques
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What is the function of the cell wall in bacteria?

  • To protect the cell from the external environment
  • To facilitate nutrient absorption
  • To allow the cell to move around
  • To provide a rigid structure and characteristic shape to the cell (correct)
  • What is the relationship between the cell wall and the plasma membrane in bacteria?

  • The plasma membrane is located outside the cell wall
  • The cell wall and plasma membrane are independent structures
  • The cell wall is located outside the plasma membrane (correct)
  • The cell wall is fused with the plasma membrane
  • What is the purpose of the mesosomal membrane vesicles in bacteria?

  • To provide additional surface area for the plasma membrane (correct)
  • To facilitate cell division
  • To act as a protective barrier for the cell
  • To store nutrients for the cell
  • What is the main difference between the cell envelope of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria?

    <p>Gram-negative bacteria have a more complex cell envelope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technique is used to visualize the fracture planes of the cell envelope in Gram-negative bacteria?

    <p>Electron microscopy of freeze-fractured cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a principal surface layer of the bacterial cell?

    <p>Nucleus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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