Which of the Following Statements About Bacteriocins Is FALSE

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about bacteriocins is FALSE?

• A) They can be used to identify certain bacteria.
• B) The genes coding for them are on plasmids.
• C) They cause food-poisoning symptoms.
• D) Nisin is a bacteriocin used as a food preservative.
• E) Bacteriocins kill bacteria.

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Definitions:

Surplus

The condition that occurs when the quantity of a good or service supplied exceeds the quantity demanded, often leading to lower prices.

Interest Rates

The sum charged by a lender, presented as a percentage of the principal, for a borrower’s access to assets.

Supply Of Money

The total amount of monetary assets available in an economy at a specific time, including cash, bank deposits, and liquid financial assets.

Shortage Or Surplus

Economic conditions where the quantity demanded exceeds supply (shortage) or supply exceeds demand (surplus) at a given price.