Many types of bacteria are only ________ when dispersing from more stable and heterogeneous communities known as biofilms.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


planktonic

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What will be an ideal response?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What will be an ideal response?

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