Multiple choice

Which of the following statements are false regarding ‘Fimbriae’?

P. Fimbriae are much smaller and thinner than flagella. Q. Fimbriae are found in non-motile forms of bacteria. R. Fimbriae help in the formation of hollow conjugation tube during conjugation. S. F-pili or sex pili occur in receptor bacteria having F− or fertility factor.

  1. P and Q

  2. P and R

  3. P and S

  4. Q and R

  5. Q and S
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E Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct answer because Q and S both are false statements. Correct statements are:

Q. Fimbriae are found in both motile and non-motile forms of bacteria. S. F-pili or sex pili occur in donor bacteria having F₊ or fertility factor.

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