Question

which of the following is not true concerning marine microbes? a. they account for up to 90 percent of the ocean biomass. b. they play a minor role in biological and geochemical cycles. c. they are a potential source of new classes of antibiotics. d. they may posses genes that will help scientists combat global climate change. please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

Marine microbes play a major role in biological and geochemical cycles, not a minor one. They account for a large portion of ocean biomass, are a source of new antibiotics, and may have genes useful in combating climate - change.

Answer:

B. They play a minor role in biological and geochemical cycles.