Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Bacterial Spores

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of bacterial spores?

• A) They consist of a hard,thick-walled capsule.
• B) They represent a resting and protective stage.
• C) They are more resistant to heat.
• D) They usually cannot be killed by disinfectants.
• E) All of the above

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