Question

exam content page 26 of 50 question 26 all of the following structures contribute to the ability of pathogenic bacteria to cause disease except _____. a fimbriae b slime layer c gram - negative outer membrane d capsule e inclusions

Explanation:

Fimbriae help bacteria attach to host cells. Slime layer, gram - negative outer membrane and capsule contribute to virulence by protecting bacteria or having toxic components. Inclusions are storage bodies in bacteria and do not directly contribute to the ability of pathogenic bacteria to cause disease.

Answer:

E. inclusions