Functions of the Glycocalyx Include All of the Following EXCEPT

Question

Functions of the glycocalyx include all of the following EXCEPT
A)biofilm formation.
B)increased virulence.
C)source of nutrition.
D)protection against dehydration.
E)binary fission.

Accepted Answer

Binary fission is not a function of the glycocalyx. The other options are all functions of the glycocalyx: biofilm formation helps bacteria stick to surfaces, increased virulence can result from the glycocalyx making it harder for immune cells to recognize and attack bacteria, the glycocalyx can provide a source of nutrients for the bacteria, and it can protect against dehydration by trapping water molecules.