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Question : What is the outermost layer found in the cell envelope of the bacterial cell called?

Option 1: Glycocalyx

Option 2: Cell membrane

Option 3: Plasma membrane

Option 4: Cytoplasm


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Correct Answer: Glycocalyx


Solution : The correct answer is Glycocalyx .

The cell envelope's outermost layer is called the Glycocalyx. The thick outer layer of the plasma membrane is called the Glycocalyx. It consists of linked protein strands and sugar molecules. The end product is a viscous layer that helps cells adhere to surfaces under extreme stress.

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