Which of the following is LEAST commonly associated with endospore-forming bacteria?
A) coccus-shaped
B) defense
C) dormancy
D) saprophytic

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Endospore-forming bacteria are commonly associated with rod-shaped bacteria, not coccus-shaped. The other options are all commonly associated with endospore-forming bacteria: defense (endospores are formed as a survival mechanism against harsh conditions), dormancy (endospores allow bacteria to enter a dormant state until conditions are favorable again), and saprophytic (some endospore-forming bacteria are decomposers of dead organic matter).

Which of the Following Is LEAST Commonly Associated with Endospore-Forming