Why are bacterial decomposers important? a. They produce spores. b. Common in biotechnology. c. They fix nitrogen. d. They break down complex organic molecules in wastes and remains. e. Most cause disease.

Why are bacterial decomposers important? a. They produce spores. b. Common in biotechnology. c. They fix nitrogen. d. They break down complex organic molecules in wastes and remains. e. Most cause disease.

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Why are bacterial decomposers important?

	a.	They produce spores.
	b.	Common in biotechnology.
	c.	They fix nitrogen.
	d.	They break down complex organic molecules in wastes and remains.
	e.	Most cause disease.

Field of biology in which biological systems are used and/or modified to create new technologies or products. Genetic modification is a standard tool and may be used to create new pesticide-resistant crops or develop new biofuels.

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