Bacteria can also detect and move in response to chemical signals. This type of behavior is called:
Correct answer: B. Chemotaxis
- A. Chemotropism
- B. Chemotaxis
- C. Locomotion
- D. Repulsion
Explanation
Chemotaxis is the biological process by which cells, typically microorganisms such as bacteria, move in response to chemical gradients in their environment. It is a crucial mechanism for the navigation of cells toward attractants (positive chemotaxis) or away from repellents (negative chemotaxis).
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