Number of endospores usually produced by one bacterial cell is

Numerous

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Three to four

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Two

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One

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Solution

The correct option is D One
Most bacteria cannot produce endospores. However, there are some bacteria like Bacillus and Clostridium who produce endospores. The endospore is a dormant, non reproductive structure formed under stress condition. Under favourable conditions, it germinates and reproduces. It consists of the bacterium's DNA, ribosomes and large amounts of dipicolinic acid. One bacterial cell usually produces only one endospore.
Thus, the correct answer is 'One.'

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