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BIO 102 Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungi Objective Question
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Which of the following is characteristic of bacterial metabolism, as opposed to viruses and fungi?
Options
A Always heterotrophic
B No metabolism
C Can be autotrophic or heterotrophic, aerobic or anaerobic
Correct Answer
D Exclusively absorptive
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The 'Basic Characteristics' for Bacteria (page 4) lists 'Metabolism' as 'Autotrophic/heterotrophic; aerobic/anaerobic'. Viruses have no metabolism (page 1), and Fungi are heterotrophic (absorptive) (page 7).

Hint

Compare the 'Metabolism' entry for Bacteria with those for Viruses and Fungi in their respective 'Basic Characteristics' sections.

Question Info

Course: BIO 102
Topic: Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungi
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 482 of 802
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