10 Questions
Which structure is responsible for protein biosynthesis in bacteria?
Ribosome
What is the main function of the cell membrane in bacteria?
Selective permeability
What is the composition of the cell membrane in bacteria?
Lipids and proteins
Which bacterial structure carries the set of genes of the organism?
Nucleoid
What is the size of the bacterial ribosome responsible for protein biosynthesis?
70S
Which of the following is a function of the cell wall in bacteria?
Regulating osmotic pressure
What is the major difference between the cell wall of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria?
Thickness of the peptidoglycan layer
What is the role of teichoic acid in the cell wall of Gram-positive bacteria?
Linking peptidoglycan chains
Which component is unique to the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria?
Lipopolysaccharides
Where are porins located in bacterial cells?
In the periplasmic space
Learn about the structure of bacterial cell walls, including its composition and role in providing shape and protection to the cell. Explore the internal structures of the cell wall and its components in this informative lecture.
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