Multiple choice

The protective coating of bacteria that helps them to survive in adverse conditions, is called ______.

  1. cyst

  2. cell wall

  3. lignin

  4. chitin

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Some bacteria survive adverse conditions by forming a spore or a cyst (a protective coating). When the environment improves, they come to life again, and begin multiplying.