Q20 / 160 · JIPMER 2004 · Botany

In which genera endospores are formed for reproduction?

  • A
    Monococcus and Clostridium
  • Correct answer
    B
    Bacillus and Clostridium
  • C
    Mucor and Bacillus
  • D
    None of the above

Solution

Some species of bacteria reproduce sexually with the help of endospores. Endospores are thick-walled spores, formed singly in a bacterial cell. These are commonly seen in the species of Bacillus and Clostridium.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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