Asked by Beatris Hayes on May 01, 2024
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Microorganisms that grow best in the absence of oxygen
A) pathogens
B) virulence
C) normal flora
D) aerobes
E) anaerobes
F) protozoa
G) ectoparasites
H) obligate parasites
Anaerobes
Microorganisms having the ability to live without oxygen.
Ectoparasites
Organisms that live on the external surface of a host, such as ticks and lice, surviving by feeding on the host's blood or skin.
Obligate Parasites
Organisms that cannot complete their life-cycle without exploiting a suitable host.
- Understand the basics of microbiology including the definition, classification, and characteristics of microorganisms.
- Know the definitions and examples of ectoparasites and their relevance in communicable diseases.
Verified Answer
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Zybrea KnightMay 03, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Anaerobes are microorganisms that grow best or exclusively in the absence of oxygen.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the basics of microbiology including the definition, classification, and characteristics of microorganisms.
- Know the definitions and examples of ectoparasites and their relevance in communicable diseases.
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