Which of the following statements about outer membranes is true
A)It contains an endotoxin (lipopolysaccharide)which is responsible for fever and potentially serious complications in human infections.
B)It prevents the cell from lysing when fluids flow into the cell.
C)Treatment with antibiotics which kill the bacteria will reduce the concentration of endotoxin.
D)It is a space that is very active in cell metabolism.

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The outer membrane of certain gram-negative bacteria contains a lipopolysaccharide in its outer leaflet, which is known as endotoxin. Endotoxin is responsible for triggering an immune response that can cause fever and potentially serious complications in human infections. Antibiotics that kill the bacteria may also cause the release of endotoxin, which could exacerbate the symptoms of infection.

Which of the Following Statements About Outer Membranes Is True