One Type of Archaeon,Haloquadratum Walsbyi,is Shaped Like a Postage Stamp

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Multiple Choice

One type of archaeon,Haloquadratum walsbyi,is shaped like a postage stamp with dimensions of 2 µm x 3 µm x 0.25 µm.What advantage would this shape provide?

• A)This shape enables this bacteria to float on surfaces and obtain better light exposure.
• B)This shape increases the surface to volume ratio enabling more efficient nutrient uptake.
• C)This shape is difficult for phagocytic cells to attach to and engulf.
• D)This shape is more conducive to the formation of biofilm communities.

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