A Saprobe Differs from a Parasite in That _______

question 56

Multiple Choice

A saprobe differs from a parasite in that _______.

• A) a saprobe derive nutrients from dead plants and animals, but a parasite derives nutrients from living plants and animals
• B) a saprobe cannot infect a human, but a parasite is always infectious
• C) a saprobe does not harm a host that it lives on, whereas a parasite does harm a host
• D) a saprobe is a fungus, but a parasite can be any type of microbe

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Definitions:

Photosynthesis

The process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

Clostridia

A genus of bacteria, some species of which are pathogenic, known for their ability to produce spores and thrive in anaerobic conditions.

Bioremediation

The process of using living organisms, such as bacteria or plants, to remove or neutralize contaminants from a polluted area.

Methogens

Microorganisms that produce methane as a byproduct of their metabolism, typically found in anaerobic environments.