The Lag Phase of the Bacterial Growth Curve Is Marked

question 22

Multiple Choice

The lag phase of the bacterial growth curve is marked by

• A)a decrease in cell mass.
• B)dormant,metabolically inactive cells.
• C)metabolically active cells.
• D)vigorously dividing cells.

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