A clever technique that streamlines the identification of auxotrophic mutants is
A) gas chromatography.
B) replica plating.
C) direct selection.
D) reversion.
E) intercalation.

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Replica plating involves transferring bacterial colonies from one plate to another, allowing for the identification of colonies that can or cannot grow on certain media. This technique can quickly identify auxotrophic mutants that require specific nutrients for growth.

A Clever Technique That Streamlines the Identification of Auxotrophic Mutants