Bacteria and Fungi Are Important in Bioremediation

question 18

Multiple Choice

Bacteria and fungi are important in bioremediation.These decomposers are also called ___.

• A)Strict aerobes
• B)Strict anaerobes
• C)Saprobes
• D)Predators

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