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How much peptidoglycan is found in a Gram-positive cell wall?
How much peptidoglycan is found in a Gram-positive cell wall?
60-90%
How much peptidoglycan is found in a Gram-negative cell wall?
How much peptidoglycan is found in a Gram-negative cell wall?
10-20%
How do some antibiotics and disinfectants kill bacteria?
How do some antibiotics and disinfectants kill bacteria?
Some will target the cell capsule and prevent formation of cell wall.
What is the bacterial shape of coccus?
What is the bacterial shape of coccus?
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What is the bacterial shape of bacillus?
What is the bacterial shape of bacillus?
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What is the bacterial shape of vibrio?
What is the bacterial shape of vibrio?
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What is the bacterial shape of spirillum?
What is the bacterial shape of spirillum?
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What is the bacterial shape of spirochete?
What is the bacterial shape of spirochete?
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What is pleomorphism?
What is pleomorphism?
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What is the arrangement of cells in diplo?
What is the arrangement of cells in diplo?
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What is the arrangement of cells in strepto?
What is the arrangement of cells in strepto?
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What is the arrangement of cells in tetrads?
What is the arrangement of cells in tetrads?
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What is the arrangement of cells in sarcinae?
What is the arrangement of cells in sarcinae?
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What is the arrangement of cells in staphylo?
What is the arrangement of cells in staphylo?
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Structurally, what do bacterial cells consist of?
Structurally, what do bacterial cells consist of?
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What are two important functions of the bacterial cell wall?
What are two important functions of the bacterial cell wall?
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What is the single most important component of the bacterial cell wall?
What is the single most important component of the bacterial cell wall?
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What is endotoxin?
What is endotoxin?
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What does endotoxin consist of?
What does endotoxin consist of?
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What is the periplasmic space?
What is the periplasmic space?
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Why is the periplasmic space important?
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Study Notes
Bacterial Cell Wall Composition
- Gram-positive cell walls contain 60-90% peptidoglycan.
- Gram-negative cell walls consist of 10-20% peptidoglycan.
Antibiotic Mechanisms
- Certain antibiotics and disinfectants target the cell capsule, hindering cell wall formation and contributing to bacterial cell death.
Bacterial Shapes
- Coccus: spherical shape.
- Bacillus: rod-like shape.
- Vibrio: comma-shaped.
- Spirillum: rigid structure.
- Spirochete: corkscrew form.
Pleomorphism
- Refers to the variability in bacterial shape, with some bacteria showing diverse forms even within a single culture.
Cellular Arrangements
- Diplococci: bacteria arranged in pairs.
- Streptococci: bacteria organized in chains.
- Tetrads: four cells structured in a cube.
- Sarcinae: eight cells arranged in a cube.
- Staphylococci: bacteria clustered in grape-like formations.
Structural Components of Bacterial Cells
- Bacterial cells consist of a cell membrane, a cell wall, internal cytoplasm containing ribosomes, a nuclear region, and external structures like capsules, flagella, and pili.
Functions of the Bacterial Cell Wall
- Maintains the specific shape of the bacterium.
- Prevents rupture of the cell when subjected to osmotic pressure from fluids.
Key Cell Wall Component
- Peptidoglycan is the single most crucial element of the bacterial cell wall.
Endotoxin Details
- Endotoxin is integral to the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria and is released upon the breakdown of dead bacteria's cell walls.
- It comprises polysaccharides and lipid A.
Periplasmic Space
- The periplasmic space is the area between the cell membrane and the cell wall.
- This space is pivotal for bacterial metabolism, indicating a high level of cellular activity.
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Test your knowledge on Gram-positive and Gram-negative cell walls with this quiz. Learn about peptidoglycan content and the mechanisms of antibiotics. Assess your understanding of bacterial shapes and their characteristics.
