The Genus Arthrobacter

question 24

Multiple Choice

The genus Arthrobacter

• A)is a significant component of the microbial flora of soil.
• B)plays an important role in the degradation of some herbicides and pesticides.
• C)forms heat resistant endospores.
• D)is a significant component of the microbial flora of soil and plays an important role in the degradation of some herbicides and pesticides.

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Definitions:

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