What is capsule ? Explain its role ?

1.	What is capsule ? Explain its role ?
Answer» Cell wall & capsule – Every bacterium is bounded by a cell wall which is similar to the exoskeleton of in¬sects, In most of the bacteria, a jelly-like extra layer is found outside the cell wall which is called as slime layer. In some bacteria, it is very thick & called as capsule. The slime layer consists of carbohydrates, amino acids & gum.

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