Microbiology: Adaptation by target remodelling.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
Bacteria direct their movement in response to certain chemicals by controlling the rotation of whip-like appendages called flagella. The sensitivity of the response can be adjusted at the signal’s target, the flagellar motor.