Question
Biology Question on biological classification
Teichoic acid is found in
A
Gram (+ve) bacteria
B
Gram (-ve) bacteria
C
cyanobacteria
D
mycoplasma
Answer
Gram (+ve) bacteria
Explanation
Solution
The wall ofGram(+) baderia contains teichoic adds (add polymers having glucose, phosphate and alcohol) which act as receptor sites and surface antigens. They also attrad chemicals that provide protection from thermal (e.g., Mg) and pH changes.