Aside from Using Light as a Source of Energy, Another

question 24

Multiple Choice

Aside from using light as a source of energy, another important part of the functional diversity of some bacterial phototrophs is their ability to

• A) bioluminesce.
• B) form prosthecate and stalked cells.
• C) fix nitrogen gas.
• D) degrade neurotoxins.

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Definitions:

Predetermined Overhead Rate

An estimated overhead rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to products, calculated before the period begins.

Machine-Hours

A measurement of the amount of time machines are in operation, used to allocate machine-related costs to products.

Fixed Manufacturing Overhead Cost

Expenses related to manufacturing that do not change with the level of production, such as rent, salaries, and depreciation on equipment.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

These are costs that vary with production volume, such as utilities for the manufacturing plant, but cannot be directly traced to specific units of product.