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Bacterial Structures > Bacterial Capsules

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Bacterial Capsules  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • An envelope of loose gel surrounding a bacterial cell which is associated with the virulence of pathogenic bacteria. Some capsules have a well-defined border, whereas others form a slime layer that trails off into the medium. Most capsules consist of relatively simple polysaccharides but there are some bacteria whose capsules are made of polypeptides.

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Entry terms

  • Bacterial Capsule
  • Capsule, Bacterial
  • Capsules, Bacterial

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