What is an auxotrophism?

Answer 1

An auxotrophism is another name for an auxotrophy, the inability for an microorganism to synthesize an organic compound required for its growth.

Answer 2

Auxotrophism refers to the inability of an organism to synthesize a particular organic compound required for growth and metabolism. Auxotrophic organisms rely on external sources of the missing compound to survive and reproduce. This concept is often used in genetic studies to understand metabolic pathways and the role of specific genes in a cell.

Answer 3

An auxotroph is a microorganism which has lost the ability to synthesize an organic compound required for its growth.