Which of the following best explains why bacteria have the greatest biomass of any other plant or animal on earth?

a. Bacteria are able to live essentially anywhere—soil, air, water, ice, etc.
b. Some bacteria can make their own food.
c. Some bacteria can survive and thrive with or without oxygen.
d. There is one dominant species of bacteria that has a greater molecular weight than other bacteria, accounting for the high biomass.
e. The first three choices are correct.


Ans: e. The first three choices are correct.

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