Microbiology: An Introduction
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780321929150
Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 7MCQ
It has been said that bacteria are essential for the existence of life on Earth. Which of the following is the essential function performed by bacteria?
- a. control insect populations
- b. directly provide food for humans
- c. decompose organic material and recycle elements
- d. cause disease
- e. produce human hormones such as insulin
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Microbiology: An Introduction
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