Question

Choose the wrong statements regarding bacterial cell.
(a) Glycocalyx is the outermost envelope in bacteria.
(b) Glycocalyx could be a loose sheath called capsule.
(c) Glycocalyx may be thick and tough called slime layer.
(d) A special structure formed by the plasma membrane is called mesosome.
(e) Small bristle-like fibres sprouting out of the cell are called fimbriae.

• A. $a$ and $e$ are wrong
• B. $d$ and $e$ are wrong
• C. $b$ and $c$ are wrong
• D. $a$ and $d$ are wrong

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

• Glycocalyx is the outermost envelope in bacteria.
• Glycocalyx could be a loose sheath called slime layer.
• Glycocalyx may be thick and tough called capsule.
• A special structure formed by the plasma membrane is called mesosome.
• Small bristle-like fibres sprouting out of the cell are called fimbriae.