Which Scientific Objective Is LEAST Related to Microbial Genetics

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which scientific objective is LEAST related to microbial genetics?

• A) determining the ancestral origin of a recently discovered bacterium
• B) identifying mutations in a bacterial population
• C) identifying quorum sensing interactions among bacteria
• D) manipulating a microorganism for bioremediation

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