Bacterial Metabolism and Species Differentiation

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Which of the following is true about bacterial species?

  • They have different DNA (correct)
  • They produce the same types of enzymes
  • They have the same genetic makeup
  • They carry out the same biochemical reactions

How are unknown bacteria often identified?

  • Based on their metabolic properties only
  • Based on their genetic makeup
  • Based on both their appearance under the microscope and their metabolic properties (correct)
  • Based on their appearance under the microscope only

What can be used to distinguish bacterial species from each other?

  • Their genetic makeup
  • Their production of enzymes
  • Their characteristic metabolism (correct)
  • Their appearance under the microscope

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