Chapter 4, Problem 7R

Summary Introduction

To review:

The cell wall components between gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

Introduction:

The cell wall of a bacteria is a slightly rigid structure that gives the shape of the cell. It is made up of an inner and an outer membrane which give protection to the cell from adverse conditions. The cell wall is present in most of the prokaryotes which serve as an attachment site of flagella, site to cause diseases and a site of antibiotic action.