Under Harsh Environmental Conditions,some Bacteria Are Able to Form Thick-Walled

question 25

Multiple Choice

Under harsh environmental conditions,some bacteria are able to form thick-walled ______________ to protect them for up to hundreds of years until conditions improve.

• A)conjugation bridges
• B)zygotes
• C)spirochetes
• D)endospores

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Definitions:

Grasping Reflex

Grasping objects that touch the palms.

Moro Reflex

Arching the back, flinging out the arms and legs, and drawing them back to the chest in response to a sudden noise or change in position.

Reflex

An unlearned, stereotypical response to a stimulus.

Stereotypical Response

A predictable and oversimplified reaction based on preconceived notions about a group or situation.