The Generation Time of Escherichia Coli in the Human Intestine

Question

The generation time of Escherichia coli in the human intestine is ________ in laboratory culture.
A) at about the same rate as
B) faster than
C) more optimal than
D) slower than

Accepted Answer

The generation time of Escherichia coli in the human intestine is slower than in laboratory culture. This is because laboratory conditions do not mimic the environment of the human intestine, which is more complex and provides different nutrients and conditions for growth.