A biofilm is a thick layer of prokaryotic organisms that have aggregated to form a colony. The colony attaches to a surface with a slime layer which aids in protecting the microorganisms. There are a number of reasons why biofilms are formed, all of which promote growth and survival or the microorganisms.A biofilm is a thick layer of prokaryotic organisms that have aggregated to form a colony. The colony attaches to a surface with a slime layer which aids in protecting the microorganisms. There are a number of reasons why biofilms are formed, all of which promote growth and survival or the microorganisms.A biofilm is a thick layer of prokaryotic organisms that have aggregated to form a colony. The colony attaches to a surface with a slime layer which aids in protecting the microorganisms. There are a number of reasons why biofilms are formed, all of which promote growth and survival or the microorganisms.
2. WHAT IS BIOFLIM ?
A thin but robust layer of mucilage adhering to a solid surface and containing
a community of bacteria and other microorganisms.
They are complex, slime-encased communities of microbes which are often
seen as slime layers on objects in water or at water-air interfaces.
Example:
Plaque that forms on teeth is an example of a biofilm. Most bacteria are
capable of forming biofilms. However, certain species have more of a
disposition toward biofilms than others. In addition to plaque-forming
bacteria on teeth, streptococci staphylococci, and lactobacilli also frequently
form biofilms.
