Which of the following structure provides greater pathogenicity to the bacteria?
Correct answer: A. Slime
- A. Slime
- B. Cell wall
- C. Cell membrane
- D. Capsule
Explanation
Correct option: A slime is an extracellular layer that surrounds a bacterial cell and is composed of exopolysaccharide,glycoprotein and glycolipid and is responsible for the pathogenicity of bacteria.
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