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PTECH Microbiology QUESTION #3346
Question 1
The 'Capsule' of a bacterium primarily functions to:
  • Help the cell swim
  • Produce energy
  • Protect the cell from phagocytosis (being eaten)✔️
  • Store food
Correct Answer Explanation
The slippery capsule makes it hard for white blood cells to grab the bacteria.