Improperly functioning acyl carrier proteins (ACPs) would likely result in
A) a physiological shift to anaerobic metabolism where an energized membrane is less important for energy production.
B) enhanced growth of a bacterium due to faster growth substrate uptake by a weakened membrane.
C) no harm to bacteria, because only archaeons and eukaryotes use ACPs for fatty acid biosynthesis.
D) death for a bacterium due to poor lipid bilayer integrity.
Answer: D
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