external encapsulating structure [GO_0030312]

A structure that lies outside the plasma membrane and surrounds the entire cell or cells. This does not include the periplasmic space.

external encapsulating structure

ID: GO_0030312

Class

A structure that lies outside the plasma membrane and surrounds the entire cell or cells. This does not include the periplasmic space.

The outer membrane (of gram negative bacteria) or cell wall (of yeast or Gram positive bacteria) are defined as parts of this structure, see 'external encapsulating structure part'.

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Classification

cellular anatomical structure

Relationships

is part of: cell periphery, extracellular region

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