Please Select the False Statement Regarding Phenotypic Approaches to Identifying Microorganisms

question 36

Multiple Choice

Please select the False statement regarding phenotypic approaches to identifying microorganisms.

• A) Most of these methods do not require sophisticated equipment and can easily be done anywhere in the world.
• B) Size, shape, and staining characteristics can give suggestive information about the identity of an organism but additional testing is usually required.
• C) MALDI-TOF MS separates and sorts an organism's carbohydrates by mass, generating a profile that provides a fast way to identify an organism grown in culture.
• D) A set of biochemical tests that examine the metabolic capabilities of a microorganism can be used to identify it.
• E) Colony morphology can give initial clues to the identity of an organism but additional testing is required for absolute identification.

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