Mycoplasma can multiply

In culture media

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In body of living host only

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In bacterial cells

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On dead and decaying organic matter

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Solution

The correct option is D In body of living host only
Mycoplasmas are obligatory parasites and thus it divides and redivides only inside the body of living host. They rely on the host for all necessary materials like nucleic acids and nutrients.

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Mycoplasma can multiply

The correct option is D In body of living host onlyMycoplasmas are obligatory parasites and thus it divides and redivides only inside the body of living host. They rely on the host for all necessary materials like nucleic acids and nutrients.

The correct option is D In body of living host only
Mycoplasmas are obligatory parasites and thus it divides and redivides only inside the body of living host. They rely on the host for all necessary materials like nucleic acids and nutrients.