What is the structure of the cell envelope in prokaryotic cells?
What is the structure of the cell envelope in prokaryotic cells?
A single layer of plasma membrane
A three layered structure of glycocalyx, cell wall, and plasma membrane
A complex network of organelles
A fluid-filled sac
Solution
The cell envelope in prokaryotic cells, particularly bacterial cells, is a tightly bound three layered structure consisting of the outermost glycocalyx, followed by the cell wall, and then the plasma membrane. Each layer performs a distinct function, but they act together as a single protective unit.