What Type of Organism Cannot Survive in the Presence of Oxygen

question 43

Multiple Choice

What type of organism cannot survive in the presence of oxygen?

• A) obligate anaerobes
• B) facultative anaerobes
• C) obligate aerobes
• D) facultative aerobes
• E) None of the answers is correct.

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Definitions:

Permafrost

A thick subsurface layer of soil that remains frozen throughout the year, occurring chiefly in polar regions.

Arctic Tundra

A cold, treeless region where the subsoil is permanently frozen, found in the Arctic circle.

Coniferous Forest

A biogeographic zone dominated by cone-bearing trees, such as pines, spruces, and firs, typically found in northern latitudes where temperatures can be cold.

Direct Sunlight

Sunlight that reaches the Earth's surface without being diffused or scattered, providing maximum light and warmth.