Multiple choice

Which of the following cells will not enlarge and undergo lysis, if placed in pure water?

  1. Protoplast

  2. Spheroplast

  3. L-forms

  4. Bacterial cell

  5. Mycoplasma

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D Correct answer
Explanation

A typical bacterial cell has a well-defined cell wall, and therefore it will not enlarge due to osmosis. The cell wall resists swelling and imparts mechanical strength and rigidity to a baterial cell.