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some bacteria can make a dormant structure, called a(n) \boxed{}, which is resistant to many environmental conditions.
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Explanation:

In microbiology (a subfield of Biology, which is part of Natural Science), bacteria form endospores as dormant structures. Endospores are highly resistant to harsh environmental conditions like heat, radiation, and chemical disinfectants, allowing bacteria to survive unfavorable situations.

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endospore