FULL FORM OF LPS
WHAT IS LPS
LPS stand for Lipopolysaccharides. It is also known as lipoglycans and endotoxins are large molecules consisting of a lipid and a polysaccharides consist of O -antigen,outer core and inner core joined by covalent bond. They are found in the outer membrane of gram negative bacteria.
FUNCTION IN BACTERIA OF LPS
LPS is the major component of the outer membrane of Gram negative bacteria,contributing mainly to the structural integrity of the bacteria and protecting the membrane from chemical attack. It also increase the negative charge of the cell membrane and helps to maintain overall membrane structure.
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