The partition that is a result of the inward growth of the cytoplasmic membrane and cell wall from opposing directions is known as the
A) colony.
B) autolysin.
C) divisome.
D) septum.

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The inward growth of the cytoplasmic membrane and cell wall from opposing directions causes a partition to form, which is called a septum. Choice A, colony, refers to a visible population of cells on a solid medium. Choice B, autolysin, is an enzyme that breaks down the cell wall during growth and division. Choice C, divisome, is a complex of proteins involved in coordinating and regulating cell division in bacteria.

The Partition That Is a Result of the Inward Growth