Which of the following is not a reason why Neurospora is an ideal organism to study the effects of genetic mutations?
A) Neurospora is easy to grow.
B) Neurospora grows as a haploid organism.
C) Neurospora manufactures all its necessary molecules when grown on a minimal medium.
D) A mutant Neurospora strain that cannot make a particular amino acid can still grow if that amino acid is added to the growth medium.
E) Neurospora contains homologous chromosomes that are easily viewed with a light microscope.

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Neurospora's homologous chromosomes are not easily viewed with a light microscope, which is why this is not a reason it is considered ideal for studying genetic mutations.

Which of the Following Is Not a Reason Why Neurospora