Post Utme Bowen University 2023 Biology Question 7

Practice objective / multiple choice question 7 from the 2023 Post Utme Bowen University Biology examination.

Post Utme Bowen University 2023 Biology Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 7 POST_UTME_BOWEN_UNIVERSITY • 2023 • BIOLOGY • objective

A bacterium is placed in a nutrient-rich agar plate. After 24 hours, the plate shows a clear zone around the bacterium. What is the likely cause of this phenomenon?

Answer Options

Correct Answer A. The bacterium is producing a toxin that inhibits the growth of surrounding bacteria
B. The bacterium is secreting an enzyme that breaks down the agar
C. The bacterium is competing with surrounding bacteria for nutrients
D. The bacterium is producing a pigment that absorbs light
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
The bacterium is producing a toxin that inhibits the growth of surrounding bacteria

About This Question

This is Post Utme Bowen University 2023 Biology Question 7. It is one of the objective questions from the 2023 Post Utme Bowen University Biology examination.

View More Post Utme Bowen University 2023 Biology Questions More Post Utme Bowen University Practice Questions Back to Questions

Master the Exam!

You've seen a preview, but there are thousands more questions plus AI tutor to break down complex solutions.

Unlock Full Access Available for Android & Windows
Chat with Support