Why is a capsule advantageous to a bacterium? (a) It protects the bacterium from desiccation. (b) It provides means of locomotion. (c) It allows bacterium to “hide” from host’s immune system. (d) It allows the bacterium to attach to the surface.
Option C.Stype bacteria or virulent bacteria are capsulated. The capsule is made up of polysaccharides and amino acids. It is a tough and thick mucilage covering. It gives protection to bacteria against host’s immune system.
