How can prokaryotes be considered to be more successful on earth than humans?

a. prokaryotes are much more numerous and have more biomass
b. prokaryotes occupy more diverse habitats
c. prokaryotes are more diverse in metabolism
d. only b and c are correct
e. a, b and c are correct


Ans: e. a, b and c are correct

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