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What characteristic of the S strain allows it to evade the immune system of the mice? A) They are resistant to heat. B) The cells have a capsule. C) They are naturally competent. D) They are genetically engineered to be resistant to killing.
What characteristic of the S strain allows it to evade the immune system of the mice?
A) They are resistant to heat.
B) The cells have a capsule.
C) They are naturally competent.
D) They are genetically engineered to be resistant to killing.
Answered
B) The cells have a capsule: The capsule allows the S strain to evade the host’s immune system by preventing phagocytosis.
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