In the Following Figure, F(t) Gives the Population P​₁ of a Certain

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Short Answer

In the following figure, f(t) gives the population P​₁ of a certain bacteria culture at time t after a portion of bactericide A was introduced into the population at t = 0. The graph of g gives the population P​₂ of a similar bacteria culture at time t after a portion of bactericide B was introduced into the population at t = 0.
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Which population is decreasing faster at t​₁?
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Population __________
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Which population is decreasing faster at ​t​₂?
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Population __________
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Which bactericide is more effective in reducing the population of bacteria in the short run?
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Bactericide __________
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Which bactericide is more effective in reducing the population of bacteria in the long run?
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Bactericide __________

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Definitions:

Peristalsis

A series of wave-like muscle contractions that move food to different processing stations in the digestive tract.

Ascites

Accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, causing abdominal swelling, often due to liver disease or cancer.

Eructation

The scientific term for belching or burping, the release of gas from the digestive tract through the mouth.

Mastication

The process of chewing food in preparation for swallowing and digestion.