Which of the Following Statements About Quorum Sensing Is FALSE

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about quorum sensing is FALSE? Quorum sensing

• A) occurs only when cell numbers reach a threshold.
• B) may result in biofilm formation.
• C) is cell-cell communication only found in eukaryotes.
• D) is species specific.
• E) is particularly well studied because of its medical importance.

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