Which of the Following is NOT Important for the Adherence

Question

Which of the following is NOT important for the adherence of bacteria to host tissues?
A) lipopolysaccharides
B) capsule
C) adhesins
D) slime layer

Accepted Answer

Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) are important components of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, primarily contributing to the structural integrity of the bacteria and protecting against host defenses, rather than directly facilitating adherence to host tissues. Adhesins, capsules, and slime layers are all directly involved in the process of bacterial adherence to host tissues.