Question

Which is the incorrect statement about Mycoplasma?

• A. Cell wall present in Mycoplasma
• B. Pathogen for plant and animal
• C. Included in Monera
• D. Prokaryotic organism

Hint:

Remember: Mycoplasma is the smallest living cell and \textbf{lacks a cell wall}, making it naturally resistant to many antibiotics.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Mycoplasma is a unique genus of bacteria known for lacking a cell wall, which makes them resistant to antibiotics that target cell wall synthesis, such as penicillin.

• (A) This is incorrect — Mycoplasma lacks a cell wall. — Correct answer
• (B) This is correct — Mycoplasma can infect both plants and animals.
• (C) This is correct — Mycoplasma is classified under the kingdom Monera.
• (D) This is correct — Mycoplasma is a prokaryotic organism.