Question

a dormant cell produced by bacteria to withstand harsh conditions is called a(n) select choice
select choice
ascospore
endospore
capsule
capsid

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Ascospore: Produced by fungi (ascomycetes), not bacteria. Eliminate.
• Endospore: Bacteria form endospores as dormant cells to survive harsh conditions (e.g., heat, drought). This matches.
• Capsule: A protective layer around bacteria, not a dormant cell. Eliminate.
• Capsid: The protein coat of a virus, not related to bacteria. Eliminate.

Answer:

endospore