All of the Following Structures Contribute to the Ability of Pathogenic

question 80

Multiple Choice

All of the following structures contribute to the ability of pathogenic bacteria to cause disease except the ________.

• A)inclusions
• B)fimbriae
• C)capsule
• D)slime layer
• E)LPS

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Definitions:

Totipotency

The ability of a single cell to develop into a complete organism, possessing all necessary cell types.

Mosaic Development

A pattern of development in which each cell of the embryo contributes to a specific part of the adult organism's body, with limited capability for regeneration or replacement by other cells.

Gene Amplification

An increase in the number of copies of a specific gene, often resulting in enhanced expression of the gene product.

Early Development

The initial stages in the growth and differentiation process of an organism after fertilization.