Assume You Inoculated 100 Cells, with a Generation Time of 20

question 46

Multiple Choice

Assume you inoculated 100 cells, with a generation time of 20 minutes, into 100 ml of nutrient broth. You then inoculated 100 cells of the same species into 200 ml of nutrient broth. After incubation for 4 hours, you can reasonably expect to have

• A) more cells in the 100 ml.
• B) more cells in the 200 ml.
• C) the same number of cells in both.
• D) The answer cannot be determined based on the information provided.

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Definitions:

Pathogen

Microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites that can cause disease in their host.

Intestinal Mucosa

The innermost layer of the intestine, which is involved in absorption and secretion processes critical for digestion.

Gluten

A mixture of proteins found in wheat and related grains, like barley and rye, often causing digestive issues for those with gluten-related disorders.

Immune Reaction

The body's defensive response to foreign substances or pathogens, involving recognition and attack mechanisms to protect against disease.