Which statements are true regarding endotoxins? (Select all that apply.)
A)Endotoxins are lipopolysaccharides.
B)Endotoxins are located in the walls of bacteria.
C)Endotoxins are created during the process of lysis.
D)Endotoxins are found in gram-negative microorganisms.
E)Endotoxins are released during the destruction of its host.

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Endotoxins are lipopolysaccharides (LPSs) contained in the cell walls of gram-negative bacteria and released during lysis (or destruction) of the bacteria.

Which Statements Are True Regarding Endotoxins? (Select All That Apply