Lithotrophic Bacteria Found in Between Crystals of Solid Bedrock as Deep

question 64

Multiple Choice

Lithotrophic bacteria found in between crystals of solid bedrock as deep as 3 km below Earth's surface are specifically called:

• A) endophytes
• B) symbionts
• C) endoliths
• D) decomposers
• E) saprophytes

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