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 11.5 - Sphaerotilus natans - Question - Page 306: 1

Answer

The sheath serves as the habitat of the organism.

Work Step by Step

The sheath, aside from being the habitat of the organism, also acts as an aid for protection for the bacteria.

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