Question

Glycocalyx is made of a complex of

• A. Proteins and vitamins
• B. Proteins and carbohydrates
• C. Amino acids and nucleic acids
• D. Nucleic acids and lipids

Answer 1

The correct option is B Proteins and carbohydrates

Glycocalyx is a glycoprotein and glycolipid covering in some bacterial cells. A glycoprotein is a combination of carbohydrate and protein, a glycolipid is a combination of a carbohydrate and lipid. Hence, the option "Proteins and carbohydrates" is the correct answer.