Microbiology: A Systems Approach 4th Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 0073402435
ISBN 13: 978-0-07340-243-7

Chapter 4 - Bacteria and Archaea - 4.2 External Structures - 4.2 Learning Outcomes-Assess Your Progress - Page 91: 6

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Four types of external structures of bacteria are: 1. Flagella: It is a long hair like structure which assist in movement of bacteria 2. Inclusions: These are the reserves of nutrients such as fatty acids, carbohydrates, etc. 3. Pilus: These are hair like structures which stabilizes conjugation 4, Capsules: These consists of the proteins and are used for attachment to surfaces, etc 5. Fimbria: These are projections from the body and used for attachment and reproductive purposes.

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