Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

by Black, Jacquelyn G.; Black, Laura

Published by Wiley

ISBN 10: 1-11874-316-4

ISBN 13: 978-1-11874-316-4

Chapter 9 - An Introduction to Taxonomy: The Bacteria - Self Quiz - Page 270: 15

Answer

(a) DNA analysis

Work Step by Step

DNA analysis is the most specific method in classifying bacteria. Similarities of DNA have proved a reliable means of assigning a strain to an existing species or establishing basis for a new species.

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