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The gram negative bacteria detect and re...

The gram negative bacteria detect and responsed to chemicals in their surroundings by

A

Lipopolysaccharide

B

Muramic acid

C

Porins

D

Volutin granules

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The correct Answer is:
C
The plasma membrane of bacteria has specific receptor called porins (protein channels) that detect and respond to chemical in their surroundings. The plasma membrane is thus essential for the survival of bacteria.
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