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Microbial biofilm adhesion steps: 1—Start of bacterial adhesion (weaker forces); 2—Action of quorum sensing and beginning of stronger binding forces; 3—Formation of microcolonies with stronger EPS production and formation of three-dimensional structures; 4—Mature biofilm; 5—Detachment and reversion to planktonic growth (cell dispersion).
