An auxotroph is_________________?
Correct answer: A. A mutant organism which has lost its ability to synthesize one or more essential nutrients
- A. A mutant organism which has lost its ability to synthesize one or more essential nutrients
- B. A plan that is able to synthesize its own carbohydrates
- C. An organism that depends on other organism for meting its nutrient requirements
- D. non of theseOrder DNA Kits
Explanation
An auxotroph is a mutant that cannot synthesize one or more nutrients required for its growth and must obtain them from the medium or environment. This is more specific than merely being dependent on another organism for food.
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