Microorganisms degrade chemicals for the following reason(s): Select one: Obtain source of usable energy To create more microorganisms Biosynthesis of cellular component All sentences are true Two sentences are true

Microorganisms degrade chemicals for the following reason(s): Select one: Obtain source of usable energy To create more microorganisms Biosynthesis of cellular component All sentences are true Two sentences are true

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

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Microorganisms degrade chemicals for the following reason(s):

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Obtain source of usable energy

To create more microorganisms

Biosynthesis of cellular component

All sentences are true

Two sentences are true

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