Bacterial cells that encounter conditions that are not favorable to survival will sometimes form a tough, protective shell containing the nucleic acid and a small amount of cytoplasm. This shell can survive harsh conditions in a kind of dormancy that may last for months or years. What is the name given to this tough, protective shell?

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MiraAngel · Answer

E _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ are commonly found in soil and water, where they can survive for long periods of time. (I gave you the first letter, try to come up with the answer. I can't give the answer to you directly, I can only help you navigate to the answer. Please let me know if you need more help! I am happy to assist!

SSS · Answer

Endospore

MiraAngel · Answer

Yeah. lol You aren't supposed to give answer. lol But it's okay! :D

SSS · Answer

Oh I didn't knew that .. so u have to just solve on ur own but how wudbe the answer confirmed??

MiraAngel · Answer

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