Keyword - Cell outer membrane (KW-0998)
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Definition
Protein found in or associated with the prokaryotic cell outer membrane, a selectively permeable membrane which separates the prokaryotic periplasm from its surroundings. Traditionally only Gram-negative bacteria were thought of as having an outer membrane, but recent work has shown some Actinobacteria, including Mycobacterium tuberculosis, as well as at least 1 archaea (Ignicoccus hospitalis) have a cell outer membrane.
Synonyms
- Outer membrane
Category
GOi
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