Practice - Appendages
Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of flagella in bacteria?
💡 Hint: Think about how bacteria move through liquids.
What are pili primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Consider where bacteria need to adhere.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary function of a flagellum?
💡 Hint: Flagella act like a propeller.
True or False: Fimbriae are specialized structures for DNA transfer in bacteria.
💡 Hint: Recall the difference between fimbriae and sex pili.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze how the presence of flagella influences bacterial survival in aquatic versus terrestrial environments.
💡 Hint: Consider how mobility is advantageous in both environments.
Discuss the evolutionary implications of the development of pili and flagella in bacteria.
💡 Hint: Think about historical pressures and how mobility and adherence play critical roles.
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