Question

Given below are two statements :
Statement (I): Plasma membrane in bacteria is composed of double layer of phospholipid molecules.
Statement (II): Plasma membrane is the site of enzymes involved in energy production in bacteria.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
• C. Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
• D. Statement (I) is false but Statement (II) is true.

Hint:

Bacterial plasma membranes lack sterols like cholesterol (which are common in eukaryotic membranes) but contain sterol-like molecules called hopanoids to stabilize membrane fluidity.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B