In the formation of biofilms, such as those forming on unbrushed teeth, cell signaling serves which function?

In the formation of biofilms, such as those forming on unbrushed teeth, cell signaling serves which function?




A. digestion of unwanted parasite populations
B. aggregation of bacteria that can cause cavities
C. secretion of substances that inhibit foreign bacteria
D. secretion of apoptotic signals
E. formation of mating complexes




Answer: B