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Where does the periplasmic space occur in cells?


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Periplasmic space in cells:

  1. The periplasmic space of a Bacterium cell is the compartment between both the cell wall and the cell membrane.
  2. The gap is filled by the proteinaceous fluid.
  3. Periplasmic space is situated between the cell and the plasma membrane.
  4. Secreted proteins that are difficult to pass through the cell wall are found here.
  5. Enzymes that hydrolyze carbohydrates are some tasks provided by protein.

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