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10. Dynamics of Microbial Growth - Part 1 of 3

10. Dynamics of Microbial Growth - Part 1 of 3

10. Dynamics of Microbial Growth / Temperature Requirements for Microbial Growth / Problem 8

How does extreme cold temperature influence the shape of molecules and how does it impact microbes that are not psychrophiles?

A

Extreme cold temperatures cause molecules to expand, thereby improving a microbe's survival.

B

Extreme cold temperatures can speed up the production of enzymes and energy helping the microbe to survive.

C

Extreme cold temperatures do not affect the shape of molecules or ensure microbes' survival.

D

Extreme cold temperatures cause water inside microbes to freeze, damaging their cells.

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