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TI

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on: Jun 15, 2013
In the formation of biofilms, such as those forming on unbrushed teeth, cell signaling serves which function?
A) formation of mating complexes
B) secretion of apoptotic signals
C) aggregation of bacteria that can cause cavities
D) secretion of substances that inhibit foreign bacteria
E) digestion of unwanted parasite populations


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Reply #1 on: Jun 16, 2013
In class, we found it was C. Good luck with the rest.


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TI

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Reply #2 on: Jun 17, 2013
Thank you, you were right!


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