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BotanyBiological ClassificationKingdom MoneraMedium2 minPYQ_2017
BotanyMediumsingle choice
Which of the following components provides sticky character to the bacterial cell?NEET 2017
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Answer:
D
Solution:
Sticky character of the bacteria is due to glycocalyx or slime layer. This layer is rich in glycoproteins. The capsule acts as a virulence factor as it enhances the ability of bacteria to cause disease by preventing phagocytosis.
Stream:NEETSubject:BotanyTopic:Biological ClassificationSubtopic:Kingdom Monera
⏱ 2mℹ️ Source: PYQ_2017
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