Structure of gram-positive bacteria vs gram-negative bacteria Flashcards

1
Q

What stain sticks to gram-positive bacteria after decolorization?

A

Crystal violet

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2
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Gram-positive bacteria has a __________________ made up of _____________ that is bound to the outer cell membrane

A

thick peptidoglycan coat, many layers

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3
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What happens to crystal violet during decolorization with gram-negative bacteria?

A

It dissolves

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4
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Gram-negative bacteria stain _______ due to safranin

A

red/pink

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5
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Gram-negative bacteria have a __________________ in the ________________________________

A

thin peptidoglycan layer, space between the inner/outer cell membranes

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