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Glossary

Gram-negative

Classification of bacteria based on the cell wall structure by using Gram staining. Gram-negative bacteria stain red.

See also Gram-positive

Gram-negative — Gram-negative bacteria stain red. Due to their thick cell walls, Gram-positive bacteria stain blue.

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