Which of the Following Has a Higher Resistance to Environmental

Question

Which of the following has a higher resistance to environmental stresses than the others?
A)Bacterial endospores
B)Fungal spores
C)Enveloped viruses
D)Vegetative bacterial cells

Accepted Answer

Bacterial endospores are known to have the highest resistance to environmental stresses such as high temperature, radiation, and chemical disinfectants compared to the other options listed. Fungal spores have some tolerance to environmental stresses, but not as much as bacterial endospores. Enveloped viruses are the least resistant, as they are easily destroyed by environmental stresses such as ultraviolet light, heat, and chemicals. Vegetative bacterial cells are also relatively fragile and can be easily destroyed by environmental stresses.