Question

    Which of the following is capable of oxidizing sulfur to sulfates?

    A Thiobacillus thiooxidans Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Desulfotomaculum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rhodospirillum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rhodomicrobium Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The common sulfur-oxidizing bacterium Thiobacillus thiooxidans is a chemo-lithotroph utilizing thiosulfate and sulfide as sources of energy to produce sulfuric acid.

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