Question

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an organism that does not use oxygen gas, but can survive and grow in its presence is referred to as a(n) blank blank

Explanation:

Identify the metabolic classification based on oxygen usage

An organism that does not utilize oxygen for its metabolic pathways (does not use oxygen gas) but possesses protective enzymes (like SOD and catalase/peroxidase) allowing it to tolerate, survive, and grow in environments where oxygen is present.

Match definition to microbiological terminology

This specific physiological group is defined as aerotolerant anaerobes.

Answer:

An organism that does not use oxygen gas, but can survive and grow in its presence is referred to as a(n) <blank>aerotolerant</blank> <blank>anaerobe</blank>.