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MIC 121 MCB 102 BACTERIA Objective Question
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According to the document, why does the size of bacterial cells permit fast growth?
Options
A Smaller cells require less energy to divide.
B It affects the rate at which nutrients can enter and be distributed within the cell.
Correct Answer
C Smaller cells have more effective flagella for movement.
D Their reduced genetic material allows for faster replication.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 4 explains, 'The size of bacterial cells permits fast growth because size affects the rate at which nutrients can enter and the rate at which they are distributed within the cell.'

Hint

Consider the relationship between cell size and metabolic processes, as described in the 'SIZE OF BACTERIA' section.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: MCB 102 BACTERIA
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 448 of 984
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