Mesophilic Bacteria Grow Best at Temperatures of 60°C

question 46

True/False

Mesophilic bacteria grow best at temperatures of 60°C.

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Definitions:

Johannes Miescher

A Swiss biologist who discovered nucleic acids, thus laying the groundwork for the field of molecular biology.

Isolate DNA

The process of separating DNA from other cellular components to study its structure, function, or for genetic engineering purposes.

Replication Error

Mistakes that occur during the DNA replication process, potentially leading to mutations if not corrected by DNA repair mechanisms.

Permanent Mutation

A change in the DNA sequence that is irreversible and can be passed down to successive generations.