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What is the function of elementary bodies (EBs) in the life cycle of Chlamydiae?
They are metabolically inactive but infectious
What happens to elementary bodies (EBs) once they are in the host?
They stimulate phagocytosis but prevent phagosome-lysozyme fusion
What transformation do elementary bodies (EBs) undergo in the host?
They undergo reorganization to form a reticulate body
Test your knowledge on the unique life cycle of Chlamydiae, including the role of elementary bodies (EBs) and their adaptation to intracellular and extracellular environments. Explore topics such as phagocytosis, phagosome-lysozyme fusion, and reticulate formation.
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