A loose network of polymers extending outward from a cell is called a(n)
A) slime layer.
B) lipid A.
C) capsule.
D) adhesion.

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A loose network of polymers extending outward from a cell is called a slime layer. It is a type of glycocalyx that protects the cell from the environment and may aid in attachment or biofilm formation. Lipid A is a component of the bacterial cell wall, the capsule is a more tightly bound layer of polysaccharides around the cell, and adhesion refers to the ability of a cell to stick to surfaces.

A Loose Network of Polymers Extending Outward from a Cell