Current classification of prokaryotes is based on
A)morphology of flagella.
B)sequencing of proteins,DNA,and RNA.
C)occurrence of transverse binary fission.
D)type of colony formation.
E)ability to stain the cell wall with Gram stain.

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Current classification of prokaryotes is mostly based on the sequencing of proteins, DNA, and RNA, which provides a more accurate and detailed understanding of evolutionary relationships between different species. Other factors such as morphology and staining properties are useful in identifying and grouping prokaryotes, but they do not provide as much information about genetic relationships. Transverse binary fission and colony formation are important physiological characteristics, but they do not provide enough information for classification purposes. The ability to stain the cell wall with Gram stain is primarily used to differentiate between two major groups of bacteria, Gram-positive and Gram-negative, but it is not sufficient for classification at the species or genus level.

Current Classification of Prokaryotes Is Based on