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Mycolic acid is present in the cell wall of Mycobacterium; hence acidic disinfectants do not have any effect on it. However, we know that bases can neutralize acids, so an alkaline disinfectant can disrupt cell walls.
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Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition
by Tortora, Gerard J.; Funke, Berdell R.; Case, Christine L.
Published by
Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10:
0321733606
ISBN 13:
978-0-32173-360-3
Chapter 3 - Observing Microorganisms Through a Microscope - Study Questions - Clinical Applications - Page 74: 1
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