Which best describes microaerophiles?
A) They require atmospheric oxygen levels to grow.
B) They cannot grow in the presence of oxygen.
C) They will use oxygen if it is present, but can grow even if oxygen is not present.
D) They require a small amount of oxygen.
E) They can't use oxygen to grow, but oxygen won't kill them.

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Microaerophiles require a small amount of oxygen to grow, usually between 2% and 10% of the atmospheric oxygen level. They cannot grow in the absence of oxygen and are inhibited by high concentrations of oxygen.

Which Best Describes Microaerophiles