If All Prokaryotes on Earth Suddenly Vanished, Which of the Following

question 34

Multiple Choice

If all prokaryotes on Earth suddenly vanished, which of the following would be the most likely and most direct result?

• A) The number of organisms on Earth would decrease by 10-20%.
• B) Human populations would thrive in the absence of disease.
• C) Bacteriophage numbers would dramatically increase.
• D) The recycling of nutrients would be greatly reduced, at least initially.
• E) There would be no more pathogens on Earth.

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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