How Does Quorum Sensing Benefit Microbial Members of a Biofilm

question 8

Multiple Choice

How does quorum sensing benefit microbial members of a biofilm? (Select all that apply)

• A) This chemical intercellular communication helps regulate gene expression as cell density in the biofilm changes
• B) Chemicals can be sent throughout the colony to help individual cells adapt to changing nutrient levels
• C) Signals are sent to help community members avoid toxins
• D) Intercellular messages help the microbial community evade immune attack and defend against competing microorganisms

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