Question

    Which of the statements are correct with respect to heat resistance of vegetative cells of bacteria?

    Options:

    1. Bacteria which form capsules are harder to kill than those which do not

    2. The higher the optimal or maximal temperatures for growth, the greater the likelihood of being heat resistant

    3. Cells higher in lipid content are easier to destroy than other cells

    4. Cocci are usually less heat resistant than rods

    A Options 1 & 2 are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B All the options (1, 2, 3 & 4) are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Options 1, 2 & 3 are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All the options (1, 2, 3 & 4) are incorrect Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The correct answer is A

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