The Function of Bacterial Endospores Is

question 9

Multiple Choice

The function of bacterial endospores is

• A)to convert gaseous nitrogen to a usable form for plants.
• B)for reproduction and growth.
• C)for protection of genetic material during harsh conditions.
• D)the storage of excess cell materials.
• E)to have sites for photosynthesis.

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Definitions:

Taste Buds

Small sensory organs located on the tongue, which are capable of detecting the five basic tastes.

Primary Odor

A basic scent that is recognized universally by the olfactory system and is a fundamental component of odor perception.

Olfactory Epithelium

A specialized epithelial tissue inside the nasal cavity involved in the sense of smell, containing olfactory receptor neurons.

Mitral Cells

Neurons located in the olfactory bulb that act as primary processors of olfactory information.