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RafaBacteria need time to multiply because their growth involves a series of cellular processes, including replication of DNA, synthesis of proteins, and cell division. This takes time to complete each step of the process, resulting in a lag phase before exponential growth is seen. Additionally, environmental factors such as nutrient availability and competition from other microbes can impact the rate of bacterial multiplication.
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What does not need a host organism to live and multiply?
Bacteria do not need a host organism to live and multiply.
Why might HIV not cause symptoms right away?
Many bacteria and viruses need time to multiply before any signs and symptoms can be seen.
What must most bacteria that cause foodborne illness have?
Bacteria that cause foodborne illness must have moisture, certain nutrients, time to grow, and the proper temperature to multiply. Salts and sugars can inhibit bacterial growth by tying up the water they need to live.
What are the four main conditions microbiological contaminants especially bacteria need to multiply?
heat food nutritions
What conditions are needed for bacteria to multiply.?
Different species of bacteria need different conditions. Each species requires a certain temperature, pH (acidic concentration), salt concentration, etc. Once the bacteria finds its ideal concentration, it can grow and multiply.
