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BIO 102 Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungi Objective Question

Question

A bacterium that grows with or without O2 is categorized as which type based on oxygen requirement?
Options
A Obligate aerobe
B Obligate anaerobe
C Facultative anaerobe
Correct Answer
D Microaerophile
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The 'Classification of Bacteria' section, under 'B. Based on Oxygen Requirement', states that 'Facultative anaerobe' 'Grows with or without O2', with E. coli as an example.

Hint

Refer to the table classifying bacteria by oxygen requirement on page 5.

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