Which of These Gene Products Appears to Confer a Survival

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of these gene products appears to confer a survival advantage on bacteria living in a competitive environment?

• A)TonB dependent receptors
• B)TonB
• C)Flagellin
• D)ExbB
• E)ExbD

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