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MIC 121 Introduction what are microbes Objective Question
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Why is colony counting considered an important method in microbiology?
Options
A It is the only way to identify microbial species.
B Microorganisms are typically too large to count individually.
C Microorganisms are very difficult to count directly with accuracy.
Correct Answer
D It allows for immediate microscopic visualization of all cells.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 43 states, 'One of the major reasons that colony counting is so important is because microorganisms are very difficult to count directly. This is attributed almost exclusively to their size.'

Hint

Consider the practical challenge of counting individual microbial cells.

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Course: MIC 121
Topic: Introduction what are microbes
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 638 of 984
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