Which of the Following Occurs When a Microorganism Is Found

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following occurs when a microorganism is found in an environment below its minimum growth temperature?

• A) The cell dies.
• B) Growth stops because the cell membrane melts.
• C) Growth stops because enzymatic processes become sluggish.
• D) Growth slows but does not stop.

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