Which statement correctly describes archaeal cell walls?

A. Many have peptidoglycan.
B. Some have an outer layer of complex polysaccharide.
C. Some have an outer layer of protein.
D. Some have an outer layer of complex polysaccharide and some have an outer layer of protein.


Answer: D

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