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What is the purpose of continuous culture techniques?
Maintain cells in the exponential growth phase
What term best describes growth where all cellular components are synthesized at constant rates relative to one another?
Balanced growth
When does unbalanced growth occur?
When the rate of synthesis of some components change relative to others
Why were bacteria not initially recognized by humans?
Due to their microscopic nature
Who was the first person to observe bacteria under a microscope in 1677?
Antonie van Leeuwenhoek
How are bacteria usually examined today?
Under microscopes
Learn about the techniques used to maintain cells in the exponential growth phase for extended periods of time in an open system with constant conditions. Explore balanced and unbalanced growth in cellular components.
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