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Which of the following statement is INCORRECT regarding chemosynthetic bacteria? 

a
Chemosynthetic bacteria depend on other organisms or on dead organic matter for food.
b
Chemosynthetic bacteria can oxidise nitrates, nitrites and ammonia.
c
Chemosynthetic bacteria obtain energy for ATP production by oxidising various inorganic substances.
d
Chemosynthetic bacteria can recycle nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorous.

detailed solution

Correct option is A

Chemosynthetic bacteria obtain their energy by oxidising inorganic substances.

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