Wild Type Bacteria That Can Synthesize All Necessary Metabolites Are

Question

Wild type bacteria that can synthesize all necessary metabolites are known as:
A) Prototrophs
B) Auxotrophs
C) Phototrophs
D) Heterotrophs
E) Chemoheterotrophs

Accepted Answer

Wild type bacteria that can synthesize all necessary metabolites are known as prototrophs. These bacteria are able to grow on minimal media without any added nutrients because they can produce everything they need for survival.