Chemical analysis of the cell wall shows the absence of chitin; further analysis reveals the presence of 50S/30S ribosomes. Based on the information provided so far, what types of microbes (enveloped virus, Gram-positive bacterium, Gram-negative bacterium, fungus, protozoan, parasitic worm) are MOST LIKELY causing this patient's infection?
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QUESTIONS 10-13: If the microbe is bacterial, it can be categorized into 1 of 2 primary groups based upon the cell wall structure. Describe the key differences in the cell wall structure of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. (4 points) Hint: see Unit 1 handout page 12
Be sure to include:
a) thickness & composition of the cell wall;
b) type of surface molecules or coverings found on the outside of the cell;
c) the color this type of cell would be following the Gram stain
Gram + Cell Wall Structure
Gram - Cell Wall Structure