A drug that blocks formation of axial filaments would
A) prevent cell formation.
B) prevent locomotion in spirochetes.
C) block signaling of biofilms.
D) prevent photosynthesis in archaea.
E) prevent cell wall formation in spirochetes.

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Axial filaments, also known as periplasmic flagella, are found only in spirochetes and are responsible for their unique corkscrew-like locomotion. Blocking the formation of axial filaments would prevent spirochetes from moving effectively.

A Drug That Blocks Formation of Axial Filaments Would