The glycocalyx is an additional layer outside the cell wall, not present in all prokaryotes; it's a sugar shell/coat used for ID.
El glicocáliz es una capa adicional fuera de la pared celular, no presente en todos los procariotas; es una capa de azúcar o 'abrigo de azúcar' y se utiliza para la identificación.
| Front | What is the glycocalyx? |
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| Back | Additional layer outside of the cell wall, not present in all prokaryotes 1. Sugar shell/sugar coat 2. Used for ID |
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