1. The surface of many bacterial species is covered by polysaccharides. These can be in the form of capsules, glycoproteins or glycolipids. In Gram-negative bacteria, the lipopolysaccharide (LPS) also referred to as endotoxin, covers ca. 40% of the bacterial surface.
the premises officially occupied by a consul. 2. the position, work, authority, or term of service of a consul. 3. (often initial capital letter) a government by consuls, as in France from 1799 to 1804. Origin of consulate.
They have the honor to serve their respected country and they are usually selected/appointed by their merits. Career consuls, on the other hand, are professional salaried diplomats that are posted by the government of their native countries in another foreign country for a limited time, usually three to five years. Career consuls are authorized to basically conduct all kind of diplomatic matters and services.