The Term Facultative Refers to ________

Question

The term facultative refers to ________.
A)the ability to exist in a wide range of conditions
B)existing in a very narrow niche
C)using chemicals for energy production
D)using light for energy production
E)using oxygen for metabolism

Accepted Answer

Facultative organisms have the ability to exist in a wide range of conditions, including both aerobic and anaerobic environments. They can switch between different modes of metabolism depending on the availability of resources.