NEET · Biology · STD 11 - 8. Cell the unit of life
Why is a capsule advantageous to a bacterium ?
- A It protects the bacterium from desiccation.
- B It provides means of locomotion.
- C It allows bacterium to "hide" from host's immune system.
- D It allows the bacterium to attach to the surface.
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(C) It allows bacterium to "hide" from host's immune system.
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(c) : \(S\)-type bacteria or virulent bacteria are capsulated. The capsule is made up of polysaccharides and amino acids. It is a tough and thick mucilage covering. It gives protection to bacteria against host's immune system.
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