Microbes in a bioﬁlm use quorum sensing to _______.

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Quorum sensing is a mechanism used by bacteria to assess their population density through the release and detection of signaling molecules. When a certain concentration of these molecules is reached, it indicates a sufficient population density, triggering a coordinated response such as biofilm formation or virulence factor production. It does not directly involve attachment to surfaces, inactivation of antibiotics, or transfer of genetic material among cells, although these processes can be indirectly influenced by quorum sensing-regulated behaviors.

Microbes in a Bioﬁlm Use Quorum Sensing to _______