Which Two Structures Play Direct Roles in Permitting Bacteria to Adhere

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which two structures play direct roles in permitting bacteria to adhere to each other, or to other surfaces?
1) capsules
2) endospores
3) fimbriae
4) plasmids
5) flagella

• A) 1 and 2
• B) 1 and 3
• C) 2 and 3
• D) 3 and 4
• E) 3 and 5

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Definitions:

Aromatic

Refers to compounds that contain a ring of continuously overlapping p-orbitals, displaying enhanced stability as seen in benzene.

Nonaromatic

Refers to organic compounds that do not fulfill the criteria for aromaticity, lacking a conjugated system of pi electrons.

Phenanthrene

A polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon made up of three fused benzene rings, found in coal tar and crude oil.

Carbon Tetrachloride

A colorless liquid with the formula CCl4, historically used as a cleaning agent, fire extinguisher, and refrigerant, now recognized as a carcinogen.