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What is the primary function of fimbriae in bacterial cells?

  1. Attachment to rocks in streams and to host tissues
  2. Conjugation tube formation for DNA transfer
  3. Facilitating active swimming motility in liquids
  4. Storage of reserve phosphate and glycogen

Correct answer · Option 1

Attachment to rocks in streams and to host tissues

Explanation

Fimbriae are small bristle-like fibres sprouting out of the cell. In some bacteria, they are known to help attach the bacteria to rocks in streams and to host tissues.

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