Set 1: Foundational Concepts & Nutrient Categories
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What is the definition of an "essential nutrient" in microbiology?
Any substance that must be provided to an organism for growth.
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What are Macronutrients and give examples
Nutrients required in large quantities.
Ex: Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Potassium, Sodium,
Magnesium, Iron
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What are Micronutrients and give examples
Are Trace elements
Nutrients required in small amounts.
Ex: Manganese, Zinc, Nickel.
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What are the four categories used to group prokaryotes based on how they obtain nutrition?
The groups are based on their sources of energy and carbon.
