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Q: What is the function of pilus?
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What are the differences between pili and cilia other than the differences in their function?

They are almost the same but the pilus or pili extends. although, the pilus or pili and the cilia had the same use. _marcelo anzano_ Pili are found on prokaryotic cells. Cilia are found on eukaryotic cells.


Is pilus a type of virus?

Pilus is a type of virus because it is found on the tops of bacteria. So my answer concludes with yes.


Bacteria usually reproduce asexually However sometimes they do exchange genetic information during conjugation Which structure do they form during this process that is used to exchange genetic info?

Bacteria form a structure called a pilus during conjugation to exchange genetic information. The pilus helps in the transfer of DNA between two bacterial cells.


Is the word pili plural or singular?

A "Pilus" is the Latin for a hair, so following the Latin rules for plurals, the plural is "pili".


Is pilus a virus?

No, a pilus is not a virus. A pilus is a hair-like appendage found on the surface of some bacteria that is used for processes like attachment and conjugation. Viruses are infectious particles that can infect living organisms and replicate within host cells.


What are attachment points for bacteria?

pili (plural: pilus)


What part of the bacteria cell helps it to surface?

Pilus


What is it called when a bacterium uses a pilus to transfer it DNA?

Conjugation


What part of bacteria cells help to stick to surface?

pilus


What part bacteria cells helps it stick to surfaces?

pilus


What is it called when abacterium use a pilus to transfer its dna?

Conjugation


What structures does a bacteria form that is used to transfer DNA?

Pilus, plasmid