Question

what is this microbes flagellar arrangement?

lophotrichous
monotrichous
amphitrichous
peritrichous

Explanation:

Analyze the microscopic image

The image shows a rod-shaped bacterium with a cluster of multiple flagella emerging from a single pole (one end) of the cell.

Define flagellar arrangements

• Lophotrichous: A cluster of flagella at one or both ends.
• Monotrichous: A single flagellum at one end.
• Amphitrichous: Single flagella or clusters at both ends.
• Peritrichous: Flagella distributed over the entire surface.

Determine the correct option

Since there is a distinct tuft/cluster of flagella at only one pole, this arrangement is classified as lophotrichous.

Answer:

• (A) lophotrichous (Correct answer)
• (B) monotrichous
• (C) amphitrichous
• (D) peritrichous