An endospore is an important internal structure for some bacteria in that it

A. allows for attachment to surfaces.
B. allows the organism to become dormant and survive harsh conditions.
C. is involved in cellular reproduction.
D. is the site of DNA for specific cell functions.
E. involved in genetic mutation for future generations.


B. allows the organism to become dormant and survive harsh conditions.

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