MCQ
Why is a capsule advantageous to a bacterium ?
- AIt protects the bacterium from desiccation.
- BIt provides means of locomotion.
- ✓It allows bacterium to “hide” from host’s immune system.
- DIt allows the bacterium to attach to the surface.
✓
Answer
Correct option: C.
It allows bacterium to “hide” from host’s immune system.
c
(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.
(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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