Question: Some bacteria have Lipopolysacchride (LPS) in their envelopes. In the case of sepsis, microbial death...

Question: Some bacteria have Lipopolysacchride (LPS) in their envelopes. In the case of sepsis, microbial death and lysis results in release of massive amounts of endotoxin into the circulation resulting in toxic shock syndrome. Do some research and answer the following questions:

Where specifically is LPS found in the bacteria?
Do all types of bacteria have LPS in their envelopes?
What is the chemical makeup of the LPS?
Look up Toxic Shock Syndrome. What is its effect on your physiology?
Which portion of the LPS causes toxic shock syndrome? What is endotoxin?

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