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MIC 121 MCB 102 BACTERIA Objective Question
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What defines a 'Saprophytic' mode of nutrition for bacteria?
Options
A Producing own food using sunlight energy.
B Using chemical energy from inorganic compounds.
C Decomposing dead organic matter.
Correct Answer
D Living on or in a host and causing disease.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The diagram on page 16, under '2.a. Saprophytic: Saprophytes', clearly states 'DECOMPOSE DEAD ORGANIC MATTER'.

Hint

Locate the 'OVERVIEW OF BACTERIAL NUTRITIONAL STRATEGIES' diagram and find the 'Saprophytic' section.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: MCB 102 BACTERIA
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 452 of 984
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