What Is a Main Difference Between Endotoxins and Exotoxins

question 12

Multiple Choice

What is a main difference between endotoxins and exotoxins?

• A) Endotoxins are proteins and exotoxins are lipopolysaccharides.
• B) Endotoxins are lipopolysaccharides and exotoxins are proteins.
• C) Exotoxins are released only when the bacteria die and their cell walls break down.
• D) Exotoxins are made of RNA and endotoxins are made of DNA.

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Definitions:

Physiological Balance

The state of equilibrium in the body’s internal environment maintained by various feedback mechanisms, essential for healthy functioning and homeostasis.

Biological Need

A basic requirement of the living organism for its survival, such as food, water, shelter, and oxygen.

Homeostasis

The process by which biological systems tend to maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.

Drive

An internal motivational state created by physiological or psychological needs that drives an individual to engage in behaviors to satisfy those needs.