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What groups listed below have true cell walls?

  • A. algae
  • B. mycoplasmas
  • C. Gram-positive bacteria
  • D. fungi
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: mycoplasmas. Mycoplasmas have cell walls, which contain peptidoglycan, making them structurally similar to typical bacteria. Algae (choice A) have cell walls made of cellulose, Gram-positive bacteria (choice C) have cell walls containing thick layers of peptidoglycan, and fungi (choice D) have cell walls made of chitin. Mycoplasmas lack a cell wall, but they have a flexible cell membrane that provides them with shape and protection.