Describe the 3-Hydroxypropionate Cycle; Give Examples of Microorganisms That Use

question 8

Essay

Describe the 3-hydroxypropionate cycle; give examples of microorganisms that use this CO₂ fixation mechanism.

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Definitions:

Radio Waves

Electromagnetic waves used in wireless communications, with longer wavelengths than infrared light.

Soft Tissue

Refers to tissues in the body that connect, support, or surround other structures and organs, excluding bones and cartilage.

Medulla

A part of the brainstem that controls vital bodily functions such as heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.

Brainstem

The part of the brain that connects the cerebrum with the spinal cord and controls vital functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.