Before They Had the Ability to Decipher Nucleotide Sequences,biologists Classified

question 91

Multiple Choice

Before they had the ability to decipher nucleotide sequences,biologists classified prokaryotes based on several features,including

• A) their nutritional requirements.
• B) phenotypic characteristics like shape or color.
• C) their antibiotic sensitivity.
• D) their modes of locomotion.
• E) All of the above

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Definitions:

Mental Grouping

The cognitive process of categorizing objects or information based on shared attributes or relations, aiding in understanding and memory.

Prototype

An original model or first form from which other forms are copied or developed.

Category

A class or division within a system of classification in which members share certain characteristics or attributes.

Prototype

A preliminary model or early sample of a product that serves as an example or basis for designing subsequent forms or versions.