Question

Do animal cells have peptidoglycan?

Answer 1

Peptidoglycan:

1. Peptidoglycan is the main component of the cell wall, which is found in both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
2. It is an envelope that surrounds the cytoplasmic membrane of bacterial species.
3. It helps in protecting bacterial cells from environmental stress.
4. It also helps in preserving cell morphology throughout their life cycle.
5. No, peptidoglycan is absent in animal cells.