When you returned to your dorm after the break, you discover something growing in the bathtub. You think it is a living organism. Which of the following would be the most convincing evidence in support of this hypothesis?

It has L-amino acids but not D-amino acids

It appears compartmentalized under the microscope.

It has an organized appearance

It grows in size overnight.

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Jester

Biology

5 June, 09:57

When you returned to your dorm after the break, you discover something growing in the bathtub. You think it is a living organism. Which of the following would be the most convincing evidence in support of this hypothesis?

It has L-amino acids but not D-amino acids

It appears compartmentalized under the microscope.

It has an organized appearance

It grows in size overnight.

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Devin Todd · Answer 1

Answer: It appears compartmentalized under the microscope.

Explanation:

All living organisms are made up of cells. And cells grow by undergoing cell division.

Also, when viewed under the microscope, cells appear as 'rooms' or 'compartments'

Thus, the growing substance is living and contains cells