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Which conjugated molecule in murein provides important ligands for adherence and receptor sites for viruses or antibiotics?
Which conjugated molecule in murein provides important ligands for adherence and receptor sites for viruses or antibiotics?
- Lipoglycan
- N-Acetylglucosamine
- Peptidoglycan (correct)
- Pentaglycine
What is the main function of murein in the bacterial cell wall?
What is the main function of murein in the bacterial cell wall?
- Generate energy for the cell
- Provide cell shape and protect the cell (correct)
- Facilitate communication between cells
- Regulate cell division
Why do Gram-positive bacteria retain crystal violet stain during the staining process?
Why do Gram-positive bacteria retain crystal violet stain during the staining process?
- Lack of peptidoglycan in their structure
- Due to high content of peptidoglycan in their structure (correct)
- Due to outer lipopolysaccharide content
- Presence of lipoglycan in their cell walls
What happens to Gram-negative bacteria during the staining process involving alcohol treatment?
What happens to Gram-negative bacteria during the staining process involving alcohol treatment?
Which component is responsible for the cross-linking in the structure of peptidoglycan?
Which component is responsible for the cross-linking in the structure of peptidoglycan?
What is the characteristic feature that distinguishes Gram-positive bacteria from Gram-negative bacteria?
What is the characteristic feature that distinguishes Gram-positive bacteria from Gram-negative bacteria?
Describe the main features of molluscs' body organization.
Describe the main features of molluscs' body organization.
What are the three main parts of a mollusc's body and their functions?
What are the three main parts of a mollusc's body and their functions?
How do many molluscs feed, and what organ do they use for this purpose?
How do many molluscs feed, and what organ do they use for this purpose?
Explain the reproduction strategies observed in molluscs.
Explain the reproduction strategies observed in molluscs.
Which molluscs have reduced or completely lost their shells during evolution?
Which molluscs have reduced or completely lost their shells during evolution?
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