Early bacteriologists classified bacteria based on ______.
a. molecular traits
b. shape genetics
c. biochemistry



Answer :

Answer:

c

Explanation:

Early bacteriologists classified bacteria based on biochemistry, which refers to the chemical processes and substances that occur within living organisms. They looked at characteristics such as metabolic pathways, nutrient requirements, and other biochemical properties to categorize and differentiate between different types of bacteria. This classification based on biochemistry helped in understanding the behavior and characteristics of various bacterial species.