Some prokaryotes can use inorganic (carbonless) compounds as an energy source or growth. Eukaryotes must use a compound containing carbon for energy. Which of the following is an example of a prokaryotic organism gaining energy from an inorganic compound?

A. Antibiotics prevent bacteria from growing.

B. Iron bacteria cause iron in water wells to rust.

C Green algae undergo photosynthesis to grow.

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Biology

Haleigh Johns

2 December, 20:08

Some prokaryotes can use inorganic (carbonless) compounds as an energy source or growth. Eukaryotes must use a compound containing carbon for energy. Which of the following is an example of a prokaryotic organism gaining energy from an inorganic compound?

A. Antibiotics prevent bacteria from growing.

B. Iron bacteria cause iron in water wells to rust.

C Green algae undergo photosynthesis to grow.

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Lailah Powers · Answer 1

The answer is letter B. Iron bacteria cause iron in water wells to rust.

Iron bacteria was studied and observed as prokaryotic by scientists. It is associated as proteobacteria which spread through oxidation of iron. I hope this answered your question.