Biological Classification And System Of Classification Question 477
Fimbriae are hair-like appendages that extend from the surface of certain bacteria and are involved in adhesion to surfaces.
Options:
A) Organs of adhesion
B) Antigenic property
C) Organelles which form conjugation tube through which genetic material is transferred from donor to recipient cell
D) All of the above
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Fimbriae are numerous, short, thin, straight, bristle-like appendages that function as organs of adhesion.
Pili are similar to fimbriae but different in function.
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