5 Questions
What is the function of the cell wall in bacteria?
To prevent the bacterium from bursting or collapsing
The glycocalyx is the same in composition and thickness among all bacteria.
False
What are the two forms of glycocalyx mentioned in the text?
slime layer and capsule
The cell wall determines the _______________ of the cell.
shape
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Glycocalyx = The cell wall of bacteria Slime layer = A thick and tough layer around the cell Capsule = A loose sheath around the cell Cell wall = Provides structural support to the cell
Study Notes
Bacterial Glycocalyx
- Glycocalyx composition and thickness vary among different bacteria
- Composition can be a loose sheath (slime layer) in some bacteria
- Composition can be thick and tough (capsule) in other bacteria
Bacterial Cell Wall
- Determines the shape of the bacterial cell
- Provides strong structural support to the bacterium
- Prevents the bacterium from bursting or collapsing
This quiz covers the composition and thickness of glycocalyx, its relation to the slime layer and capsule, and the role of the cell wall in maintaining bacterial cell shape and structure.
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