For what purpose would a microbial ecologist use a microsensor?

A) to determine the concentration of cells in small increments in a sediment or water column
B) to determine the expression of a particular gene in a microbial community
C) to quantify the uptake of a radioactive material
D) to determine the concentration of O2, N2O, or other chemical species in small increments in a sediment or water column


Answer: D

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