Functions of the bacterial outer covering include protection from phagocytosis (slime layer) and the formation of biofilms by promoting adhesion.
Las funciones de la cubierta exterior bacteriana son la protección contra la fagocitosis (capa mucosa) y la formación de biopelículas mediante la adhesión.
| Front | Functions of bacterial outer covering |
|---|---|
| Back | 1) Protection from phagocytosis (when present in the form of slime) 2) Formation of *biofilms* by promoting adhesion. (hard to kill) |
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