Winogradsky and Beijerinck discovered the lithotrophic bacteria. Which is false concerning this group of bacteria?
A. They are a type of heterotrophic bacteria.
B. They typically use carbon dioxide as a carbon source
C. They can utilize compounds such as hydrogen (H2) or ammonia (NH3) as sources of energy.
D. They are only found among the prokaryotes. E. They have an important role in the functioning of ecosystems.