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BotanyBiological ClassificationKingdom MoneraEasy2 minPYQ_2020
BotanyEasysingle choice

Which of the following components provides sticky character to the bacterial cell?

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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:NTA_ABHYAS_NEETSubject:BotanyTopic:Biological ClassificationSubtopic:Kingdom Monera
⏱ 2mℹ️ Source: PYQ_2020

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