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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Cell of bacteria is composed mainly of ______
Options
A Cellulose
B Chitin
C Peptin
D Peptidoglycan
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The cell wall of bacteria is primarily composed of peptidoglycan (also known as murein), a polymer consisting of sugars and amino acids. Cellulose is in plant cell walls, chitin is in fungal cell walls.

Hint

What unique material makes up the cell wall of bacteria?

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