14. Explain why Mycoplasma and Mycobacterium are atypical cells and diseases caused by each
13.List several antibiotics and a natural protein that specifically targets peptidoglycan; define MRSA*
16.Describe the structure and function of the bacterial membrane and why it is selective permeability
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Mycoplasma and mycobacterium can be distinguished by the presence of a cell wall. All species of the bacterial genus Mycobacterium have a thick, waxy cell wall that serves as protection. Another uncommon bacterial genus called Mycoplasma has no species that have a cell wall enclosing their cell membrane.
The primary distinction between typical and atypical bacteria is that the former has a cell wall, whilst the latter typically does not. Additionally, whereas atypical bacteria are colourless with Gram staining, typical bacteria can be either Gram-positive or Gram-negative.
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