How does glycocalyx turn microbes into potential pathogens?
Glycocalyx is a general term referring to extracellular polymeric material (glycoprotein) produced by some bacteria, epithelia and other cells. It coats a microbe, allowing it to attach to other surfaces and be carried. Thanks for using ChaCha!
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