Term Name: cell outer membrane
Synonyms: outer membrane of cell
Definition: A lipid bilayer that forms the outermost membrane of the cell envelope; enriched in polysaccharide and protein; the outer leaflet of the membrane contains specific lipopolysaccharide structures.
Ontology: GO: Cellular Component [GO:0009279]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is part of: cell envelope external encapsulating structure
has parts: curli secretion complex external side of cell outer membrane extrinsic component of cell outer membrane periplasmic side of cell outer membrane starch utilization system complex
is a type of: outer membrane
has subtype: mycolate outer membrane