Biological Classification And System Of Classification Question 321
Question: Assertion : The bacteria cysts are produced to avoid unfavourable conditions. Reason : Bacillus anthracis and Clostridium survive for very long durations due to endospores.
Options:
A) If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B) If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C) If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D) If both the assertion and reason are false
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Endospore formation, a portion of cytoplasm and a copy of bacterial chromosomes dehydrate and get encased by three heavy, protective spore coats.
This spores remain viable for several years and can tolerate the harshest of environments.
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