Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

by Tortora, Gerard J.; Funke, Berdell R.; Case, Christine L.

Published by Benjamin Cummings

ISBN 10: 0321733606

ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 11 - Figure 11.4 - Spirillum volutans - Question - Page 306: 1

Answer

The bacteria Spirillum volutans is motile because of the presence of its polar flagella.

Work Step by Step

Flagella act as an aid for motility for certain species of bacteria.

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