Which most accurately describes the characteristics of saprophytes? They:

Question

A) Derive energy from decaying organic matter
B) Are beneficial components of human microflora
C) Have RNA or DNA, but never both
D) Are capable of spore production

Answer 1

Ans: A
Feedback:
Saprophytes are free-living organisms obtaining their growth from dead or decaying organic material in the environment. They are not necessarily spore producing, and they are not typical components of human microflora. Because most are bacterial or fungal, they contain both RNA and DNA.