Which of the Following Statements About Nutrient Requirements in Organisms

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about nutrient requirements in organisms is false?

• A) Many but not all C₄ and CAM plants require sodium.
• B) Differences in nutrient requirements are reflected in the chemical composition of organisms.
• C) Animals and microorganisms typically have higher C:N ratios than plants.
• D) An organism's mode of energy acquisition affects the amounts and specific nutrients needed.

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Market Demand Curve

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