What must be added to M9 medium for a prototrophic E.coli strain to be able to grow?

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M9 medium contains only inorganic salts, so to support the growth of a prototrophic E.coli strain (which can synthesize its own nucleotides, amino acids and lipids), an additional organic component must be added to the medium. Glucose is commonly added as a carbohydrate source, but at least one other organic component is needed to meet the nutritional requirements of the bacteria. Therefore, choice C is the best option.

What Must Be Added to M9 Medium for a Prototrophic