Microbiology: A Systems Approach 4th Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 0073402435
ISBN 13: 978-0-07340-243-7

Chapter 7 - Microbial Nutrition, Ecology, and Growth - 7.1 Microbial Nutrition - 7.1 Learning Outcomes-Assess Your Progress - Page 183: 4

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A saprobe can exist on its own. An example is a protozoan. A parasite cannot exist on its own and needs a parasite for its survival and reproduction. An example is an influenza virus.

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A saprobe can exist on its own. An example is a protozoan. A parasite cannot exist on its own and needs a parasite for its survival and reproduction. An example is an influenza virus.
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