A scientist discovers a new soil bacteria.The bacteria are impossible to grow on culture dishes in the laboratory.What is the most likely method by which the scientist discovered the bacteria?
A) by observing a soil sample through a microscope
B) by growing a biofilm of the bacteria on a culture dish
C) by isolating and analyzing DNA from a soil sample
D) by producing a vaccine to the bacteria

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The bacteria were likely discovered by isolating and analyzing DNA from a soil sample, as they cannot be grown on culture dishes. This method allows for the identification of bacteria that are not culturable in the lab.

A Scientist Discovers a New Soil Bacteria