Genetic methods of detecting microorganisms reveal that the number of bacterial species in nature exceeds previous estimates by several orders of magnitude. In human mouths, for example, it is estimated that 500-700 microbial species are normally present. Explain why previous estimates were low.
Correct Answer:
Verified
View Answer
Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge
Q65: A new prokaryote is recovered from a
Q66: A (Coulter counter/cytometer/spectrophotometer) can measure changes in
Q67: Explain the similarities and differences between direct
Q68: A pure culture is composed of cells
Q69: A(n) (culture/specimen/inoculum) is a sample of microorganisms
Q70: A growth curve plots the (concentration/number/percentage) of
Q71: Compare and contrast the streak-plate method of
Q72: Culturing of intracellular parasites generally requires (enrichment/cell
Q73: Some organisms use vitamins as (oxidizers/antioxidants/peroxidases) to
Q74: Alkalinophiles can survive in water up to
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents