Cell Wall & Gram classification â¢ Most bacteria fall into one of two groups: Gram-positive or Gram-negative â¢ Based on results of a differential staining test (the Gramâs stain) â¢ Primary basis for this distinction is differences in their cell walls Cell Wall: structure & composition Peptidoglycan (murein) â¢ Most importantcomponent
Chlorhexidine is a disinfectant and topical anti-infective agent used also as mouthwash to prevent oral plaque. The physiologic effect of chlorhexidine is by means of Decreased Cell Wall Integrity. Chlorhexidine is a biguanide compound used as an antiseptic agent with topical antibacterial activity.
Soaps are sodium or potassium fatty acids salts, produced from the hydrolysis of fats in a chemical reaction called saponification. Each soap molecule has a long hydrocarbon chain, sometimes called its 'tail', with a carboxylate 'head'. In water, the sodium or potassium ions float free, leaving a negatively-charged head. Soap is an excellent cleanser because of its ability to act as an emulsifying agent.