Slow Freezing is More Damaging to Microbial Cells Than Quick

Question

Slow freezing is more damaging to microbial cells than quick freezing.

Accepted Answer

Slow freezing allows ice crystals to form, which can damage the cell membrane and other structures in microbial cells. Quick freezing, on the other hand, does not allow ice crystals to form and is less damaging to microbial cells.