Biological-Classification-And-System-Of-Classification Question 877

Question: Bacteria obtaining energy from oxidation of inorganic substances are called [MP PMT 1999]

Options:

A) Chemolithotrophs

B) Photolithotrophs

C) Photo organotrophs

D) Chemo organotrophs

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Chemolithotrophs are bacteria that obtain energy from the oxidation of inorganic substances (such as hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, or iron) to derive energy for their metabolic processes