Which Statement About Minimal Genomes Is True

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which statement about minimal genomes is true?

• A) Mycoplasma genitalium requires the genes for metabolizing both glucose and fructose.
• B) The minimal genome for bacteria contains fewer than 200 genes.
• C) The minimal genome for bacteria contains more than 1,000 genes.
• D) The minimal genome can be inferred through gene knockout experiments.
• E) Genes that are essential for one bacterium under one condition are essential under all conditions.

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Definitions:

Allyl Cation

A positively charged species (ion), specifically a reactive intermediate with the structure CH2=CH-CH2+.

LUMO

The Lowest Unoccupied Molecular Orbital, which is the lowest energy orbital that can accept electrons.

Pentadienyl Cation

A positively charged ion with a structure derived from pentadiene, typically involved in organic reactions.

LUMO

The Lowest Unoccupied Molecular Orbital, representing the lowest-energy orbital that can accept an electron.