The Structure That Enables Bacterial Cells to Form Biofilms on Surfaces

question 31

Multiple Choice

The structure that enables bacterial cells to form biofilms on surfaces is the

• A)flagellum.
• B)pilus.
• C)glucan.
• D)slime layer.
• E)protoplast.

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Definitions:

Retained Earnings

The cumulative amount of net income earned by a company that is retained and not distributed to shareholders as dividends.

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The remaining earnings of a corporation after deducting all operating costs and tax obligations from its revenue.

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