Upload NowThis article throws light upon the eight main phases in which the growth curve of bacteria is divided. The phases are: 1. 1. Initial Stationary 2. Accelerated Growth 3. Logarithmic Growth 4. Decreasing Growth Rate 5. Maximum Stationary 6. Increasing Death Rate 7. Logarithmic Death 8. Survival or Decreasing Growth Rate. Phase # 1. Initial […]
Growth Curve of Bacterial Population: 8 Phases
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Continuous Culture of Micro-Organisms (With Diagram)
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After reading this article you will learn about the continuous culture of micro-organisms. The typical bacterial growth curve includes three transitional periods between growth phases. This means that not all the cells are in identical physiological conditions. Time is required for some cells to catch up with others. In terms of physiological conditions, the growth […]
Growth of Micro-Organisms: 4 Factors
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This article throws light upon the four important physical factors that affect the growth of micro-organisms. The factors are: 1. Temperature 2. Gaseous Requirements 3. Hydrogen Ion Concentration 4. Miscellaneous Physical Requirements. Factor # 1. Temperature: Temperature is the most important factor than determines the rates of growth, multiplication, survival, and death of all living […]