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Which of the following materials is NOT commonly used in the formation of bacterial capsules?
Which of the following materials is NOT commonly used in the formation of bacterial capsules?
- Lipids (correct)
- Proteins
- Polysaccharides
- Glycoproteins
What is the primary general function of fimbriae and pili in bacteria?
What is the primary general function of fimbriae and pili in bacteria?
- Production of energy for the cell
- Adherence to solid surfaces and tissues in the host (correct)
- Cell motility
- Protection against environmental stress
What is a distinguishing feature between fimbriae and pili in bacteria?
What is a distinguishing feature between fimbriae and pili in bacteria?
- Their structural organization
- Their function in cell motility
- Their visibility to the naked eye (correct)
- Their composition of materials
In what way do S-layers contribute to bacterial cells?
In what way do S-layers contribute to bacterial cells?
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What is the function of sex pili in bacteria?
What is the function of sex pili in bacteria?
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What is the primary component of the filament of bacterial flagella?
What is the primary component of the filament of bacterial flagella?
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How do bacterial flagella assist in bacterial movement?
How do bacterial flagella assist in bacterial movement?
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How do chemoreceptors contribute to bacterial movement?
How do chemoreceptors contribute to bacterial movement?
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What distinguishes sex pili from other types of pili in bacteria?
What distinguishes sex pili from other types of pili in bacteria?
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