An inoculated thioglycolate medium culture tube is clear throughout the tube except for dense growth at the bottom of the tube. What is your conclusion?

A. The organisms are obligate anaerobes.
B. The organisms are facultative anaerobes.
C. The organisms are aerotolerant.
D. The organisms are obligate aerobes


Answer: A. The organisms are obligate anaerobes.

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