The Use of a Double Genus in a Microorganism's Label

question 5

Multiple Choice

The use of a double genus in a microorganism's label such as Burkholderia (Pseudomonas) indicates that

• A)the bacterium does not fit well in either group but has some characteristics of both groups.
• B)the bacterium is a genetic cross between the two groups.
• C)the bacterium has been moved from one genus (Pseudomonas) to another genus (Burkholderia).
• D)the bacterium has been moved from one genus (Burkholderia) to another genus (Pseudomonas).