Bacterial microcompartment

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title: Bacterial microcompartment
text: Bacterial microcompartments (BMCs) are organelle-like structures found in bacteria. They consist of a protein shell that encloses enzymes and other proteins. BMCs are typically about 40–200 nanometers in diameter and are made entirely of proteins. The shell functions like a membrane, as it is selectively permeable. Other protein-based compartments found in bacteria and archaea include encapsulin nanocompartments and gas vesicles.
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description: Organelle-like structure in bacteria with a protein shell containing enzymes
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date modified: 2023-12-10T12:11:23Z
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