Microbiology Question:

Characteristics of a bacterial capsule include?

Answers:

Answer #1* A. All bacteria have one
* B. It is composed of peptidoglycan
* C. It is an important mechanism for protecting a bacteria against ingestion by PMNs
* D. It is what causes the gram stain reaction

Correct Answer: C

Answer #2c

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