The D-Value of a Bacterial Culture Heated to 100°C Is

question 9

Multiple Choice

The D-value of a bacterial culture heated to 100°C is the time it takes to kill ________% of the population.

• A) 99
• B) 90
• C) 50
• D) 10
• E) 1

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