What is the primary function of the bacterial cell wall?
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Correct answer: Their cell wall properties and response to Gram staining
Christian Gram developed a staining method that differentiates bacteria based on their cell wall properties. Gram-positive bacteria retain the stain, while Gram-negative bacteria do not.
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