Which of the Following Statements Is False About Quorum Sensing

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false about quorum sensing?

• A) Quorum sensing allows bacteria to alter their protein synthesis in response to changes in population density.
• B) Coordinated protein synthesis through quorum sensing is the foundation for forming biofilms.
• C) Quorum sensing allows unicellular organisms to coordinate their processes.
• D) Bacteria can communicate using chemical messengers called autoinducers.
• E) Bacteria that experience quorum sensing have a decreased chance of survival.

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