👉 Spongioplasmic is a term used in the field of microbiology and biochemistry to describe a type of cell that is found in certain types of bacteria, particularly those belonging to the genus Escherichia coli (E. coli). These cells are characterized by their ability to produce a substance called spongiplasma, which is composed mainly of proteins and lipids. The term "spongioplasmic" refers to the fact that these cells are made up of