Which of the Following Is a Reason Microorganisms Are Useful

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason microorganisms are useful in many different research laboratories (such as ecology,biochemistry,evolution and genetics)

• A)They are easy to see and count.
• B)They have fairly complex structures and are expensive.
• C)They reproduce fast and grow in large numbers.
• D)They live everywhere so contaminants from the environment are not a problem.

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Definitions:

Second Messengers

Molecules that relay signals received at receptors on the cell surface to target molecules in the cytosol or nucleus.

Neurotransmitters

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Tricyclics

A class of antidepressant medications used primarily to treat depression, characterized by their chemical structure and mechanism of action.

Lithium

A chemical element used primarily in the treatment of bipolar disorder to stabilize mood and reduce the risk of suicide.