The outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria

A) is a rigid, protective outer shell.
B) is also referred to as endotoxin and stimulates fever and shock.
C) is the site of nutrient exchange and allows sizes and shapes of molecules to pass through it.
D) has the same chemical composition as the cell membrane.


Ans: B) is also referred to as endotoxin and stimulates fever and shock.

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