Gram-positive Bacteria At Biology Glossary

What is it? A group of bacteria with a cell wall composed of thick peptidoglycan layer and no outer membrane. When stained with crystal violet then treated with organic solvents, the dye is retained and thus the cells appear purple colored.

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