Which of the Following Is Not a Reason Why Neurospora

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a reason why Neurospora is an ideal organism to study the effects of genetic mutations?

• A) Neurospora is easy to grow.
• B) Neurospora grows as a haploid organism.
• C) Neurospora manufactures all its necessary molecules when grown on a minimal medium.
• D) A mutant Neurospora strain that cannot make a particular amino acid can still grow if that amino acid is added to the growth medium.
• E) Neurospora contains homologous chromosomes that are easily viewed with a light microscope.

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