Lipopolysaccharide is a major component of gram-negative outer membranes, can stimulate shock and fever, and is also referred to as _________. Multiple Choice a.exotoxin b.teichoic acid c.endotoxin d.peptidoglycan

Respuesta :

Answer: The answer is peptidoglycan

Explanation:

Peptidoglycan is a major component of bacteria walls. It consists of parallel heteropolysaccharides (different units of polysaccharides) cross-linked by short peptides.

- it majorly plays protective function in bacteria, thus it is also a site of attack for antibiotics.

- Lipopolysaccharides is also known as Peptidoglycan.