Infections by Heliobacter pylori cause 90% of peptic ulcers in the U.S.These bacteria have pili that are expressed in acidic conditions.A characteristic of this organism should be:

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The ability to attach to cells in the stomach is necessary for H. pylori to initiate infection and cause peptic ulcers. The expression of pili in acidic conditions allows the bacteria to adhere to the stomach lining, which is also acidic. None of the other answer choices provide characteristics specific to H. pylori.

Infections by Heliobacter Pylori Cause 90% of Peptic Ulcers in the U.S.These