Based on the Table of Attributes Given Below,which of the Following

question 76

Multiple Choice

Based on the table of attributes given below,which of the following statements are FALSE about the two organisms? Characteristic Bacterium A Bacterium B
Endospore formation yes no
Capsule no yes
Type IV pili yes no
Flagella no no
Morphology bacillus bacillus

• A) Bacterium A is more resistant to heat and ultraviolet light.
• B) Bacterium B likely forms a slime layer better than Bacterium A.
• C) Bacterium B is likely to exhibit motility.
• D) Both bacteria may attach to surfaces.

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Definitions:

Alanine

A nonessential amino acid that plays a crucial role in the biosynthesis of proteins.

Leucine

An essential amino acid utilized in protein synthesis and various metabolic functions within the body, exhibiting a branched-chain structure.

Side Chain

An alkyl or other group of atoms attached to a main part of a molecule, influencing its properties and reactions.

Biological pH

A measure of the acidity or basicity of a biological system, reflecting its hydrogen ion concentration.