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Chemosynthetic bacteria are those bacteria which

a
do not carry out photosynthesis.
b
synthesize food without light.
c
are unable to carry out chemical reactions.
d
carry out synthesis food in the presence of light.

detailed solution

Correct option is B

Chemosynthetic bacteria are those bacteria that synthesize food without light. They use chemical energy instead of light energy for food synthesis. Chemical energy is obtained from oxidation of chemical compounds. Example: Nitrifying bacteria : They oxidise nitrogenous compounds and obtain energy.

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