Which of the following microorganisms are large, obligate parasites that can be viewed with a microscope?
A) Bacteria
B) Virus
C) Rickettsiae
D) Fungi
E) Protozoa

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Rickettsiae are microorganisms that have characteristics of both bacteria and viruses. Like viruses, they are obligate parasites that must live within a host cell for growth; however, they are larger than viruses and, therefore, can be viewed with a microscope.

Which of the Following Microorganisms Are Large, Obligate Parasites That