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Eukaryotic Cell - Cell Wall and Cell Membrane - Fluid Mosaic Model

Which option correctly distinguishes the two forms of bacterial glycocalyx?

The glycocalyx varies in composition and thickness. In some bacteria it occurs as a loose sheath called the slime layer, while in others it forms a thick and tough capsule.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 8: Cell: The Unit of Life Eukaryotic Cell - Cell Wall and Cell Membrane - Fluid Mosaic Model

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Cell Theory and Overview of Cell

A normally walled bacterium suffers severe damage specifically to its cell wall, while its plasma membrane and glycocaly

The bacterial cell wall determines cell shape and supplies strong structural support that prevents bursting or collapsing. Damage to it would therefore affect shape and stability without converting ribosomes, DNA organisation or surface structures into different components.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 8: Cell: The Unit of Life Cell Theory and Overview of Cell

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Which option correctly distinguishes the two forms of bacterial glycocalyx?

A normally walled bacterium suffers severe damage specifically to its cell wall, while its plasma membrane and glycocaly

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