external encapsulating structure GO_0030312
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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Relationships
- is part of: cell periphery, extracellular region