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Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) are large molecules found on the outer membrane of gram-negative bacteria. They consist of a lipid portion (lipid A) attached to a long polysaccharide chain. LPS can trigger strong immune responses in mammals and are considered endotoxins due to their ability to cause harmful effects when released into the bloodstream.
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What type of prokaryotic cells contain lipopolysaccharides?
cells of bacteria are types of prokaryotic cells which contains lipopolysaccharides.
What chemical groups on gram negative might bacteriophage's attach?
A bacteriophage recognizes its host by its tail fibers binding to chemical groups associated with receptors on the surface of the host cell. Some of these receptors are transport proteins, pili, flagella and lipopolysaccharides. As you can see they have multiple jobs in the cell.
What chemicals do all germs have on their surface?
All germs have chemicals such as lipopolysaccharides, peptidoglycan, and glycoproteins on their surface that help them interact with their environment and host cells. These surface chemicals play a role in adhesion, colonization, and pathogenicity of the germs.
What molecules make up a cell wall?
In plants, the main molecules that make up a cell wall are cellulose, hemicellulose, and pectin. In bacterial cell walls, the main components are peptidoglycan and lipopolysaccharides. These molecules provide structural support and protection to the cell.
Is bacteria negatively charged or positively charged?
I would say, bacteria is positively charged. i suspected it was positively charged also may be, however; if it were to be negatively charged, could it still adsorb through a reversal process to a negative surface (clay for example?)
Does Gram-positive bacteria have lipopolysaccharides?
No, Gram-positive bacteria do not have lipopolysaccharides.
Do gram positive bacteria have lipopolysaccharides (LPS)?
No, gram positive bacteria do not have lipopolysaccharides (LPS).
Do gram negative bacteria possess lipopolysaccharides?
Yes, gram-negative bacteria possess lipopolysaccharides.
What type of prokaryotic cells contain lipopolysaccharides?
cells of bacteria are types of prokaryotic cells which contains lipopolysaccharides.
Exotoxins are A proteins B only released after a cell is damaged or lysed C antiphagocytic factors D secretions that always target nervous tissue E lipopolysaccharides?
i am answering this question right now.they are not proteins, they are not lipopolysaccharides, they dont always target nervous tissue. so its either B or C
Why do bacterial cell walls carry a negative charge?
The Gram positive bacterial cell wall is made up of thick peptidoglycan layer which is rich in Teichoic acids. These teichoic acids are negatively charged because of presence of phosphate in their structure. The Gram negative bacteria have an outer membrane composed of phospholipids and Lipopolysaccharides. The lipopolysaccharides impart a strongly negative charge to surface of Gram negative bacterial cells.
What chemical groups on gram negative might bacteriophage's attach?
A bacteriophage recognizes its host by its tail fibers binding to chemical groups associated with receptors on the surface of the host cell. Some of these receptors are transport proteins, pili, flagella and lipopolysaccharides. As you can see they have multiple jobs in the cell.
What is endogenous endotoxin?
Endogenous endotoxin refers to lipopolysaccharides (LPS) that are produced by the body's own cells, particularly gut bacteria. These endotoxins can trigger an immune response and contribute to inflammation and other health issues when released into the bloodstream.
What chemicals do all germs have on their surface?
All germs have chemicals such as lipopolysaccharides, peptidoglycan, and glycoproteins on their surface that help them interact with their environment and host cells. These surface chemicals play a role in adhesion, colonization, and pathogenicity of the germs.
What cell wall is toxic to humans?
The cell wall of certain bacteria, such as gram-negative bacteria, contains lipopolysaccharides that can be toxic to humans when they are released into the body. This can trigger an immune response leading to inflammation and potentially serious health effects.
What is the difference between g plus ve and g-ve bacteria?
Primarily, the difference lies in their cell walls. G+ve bacteria have a thick peptidoglycan layer whereas G-ve bacteria have an outer membrane of lipopolysaccharides and proteins, a periplasmic space, and only a thin layer peptidoglycan.
Bacterial cell wall composed of?
The bacterial cell wall is composed of peptidoglycan, a unique polymer made up of sugars and amino acids. This structure provides support and protection to the cell. In Gram-negative bacteria, the cell wall also contains an outer membrane composed of lipopolysaccharides.
