Which of the following surface structures helps bacteria in locomotion?

Cilia

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Fimbriae

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Pili

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Flagella

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Solution

The correct option is D Flagella
Flagella helps in locomotion. Cilia are absent in bacteria. Pili help in conjugation while fimbriae help in attaching bacteria to rocks or host cells.

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