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Microbial Growth Requirements

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Which type of microorganism is heat-loving?

Thermophiles (correct)

Hyperthermophiles

Mesophiles

Psychrophiles

At what pH do most bacteria grow?

pH 3 - 4

pH 9 - 10

pH 1 - 2

pH 6.5 - 7.5 (correct)

What is the minimum growth temperature for microorganisms that love cold environments?

-10°C (correct)

-20°C

-5°C

15°C

At what pH do molds and yeasts grow?

pH 5 - 6 Signup and view all the answers

What are the chemical requirements for microbial growth?

Carbon, nitrogen, sulfur, phosphorous Signup and view all the answers

At what pH do acidophiles grow?

pH 0-5 Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of pH for molds and yeasts to grow?

pH 5-6 Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum growth temperature for thermophiles?

90°C Signup and view all the answers

At what pH do most bacteria commonly grow?

pH 6.5-7.5 Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum growth temperature for psychrophiles?

-15°C Signup and view all the answers