What Is the Biological Function of Endospores

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Multiple Choice

What is the biological function of endospores?

• A) They are bacterial reproductive structures.
• B) They are formed as evaginations of the bacterial cell walls.
• C) They enable organisms to endure extremes of temperature, drying, and nutrient depletion.
• D) All of the above are endospore functions.

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