Question

The fuzzy coat made of glycoproteins and glycolipids found on the external surface of the plasma membrane is called the _______________.

Answer 1

Answer:

Glycocalyx

Explanation:

Glycocalyx is carbohydrate rich (glycoprotein + glycolipid) coating that is found in outer surface of cell membrane of many prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells specially bacteria.

Glycoprotein=Carbohydrate + Protein

Glycolipids=  Carbohydrate + Lipids

Glycocalyx provied a barrier between cell and its surrounding, adhesion and provide protection in bacteria. In eukaryotes it can be used to identify cells.