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A bacterium is capable of withstanding extreme heat, dryness and toxic chemicals. This indicates that it is probably able to form

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A thick peptidoglycan wall

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Endospores

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Endotoxins

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Endogenous buds

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Solution

The correct option is B Endospores
Certain bacteria form endospore in adverse environmental conditions. They are formed within the cell and can withstand extreme environmental conditions.

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