The World of Microbes
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Which term collectively refers to the outer layer of a bacterial cell?

  • Outer membrane
  • Cell envelope (correct)
  • Periplasm
  • Cell membrane
  • What is the rigid layer that surrounds the cell membrane of bacteria called?

  • Cell membrane
  • Cell envelope
  • Periplasm
  • Cell wall (correct)
  • What is the main function of the cell wall in bacteria?

  • Acts as an osmotic barrier (correct)
  • Hydrolytic enzymes
  • For energy generation
  • Biosynthetic function
  • Which of the following is NOT a general characteristic of bacteria?

    <p>Vary in size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the cell wall in bacteria?

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

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