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Not all bacteria do. Some can not grow in the presence of oxygen. Those that do (obligate aerobes and facultative anaerobes) grow quicker in oxygen since it facilitiates their energy cycle and ideal environment.

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Does bacteria reproduce fast or slow?

The temperature is a measure of the amount of energy something has. The hotter it is the more energy it has. If a bacteria is hotter, it will have more energy and can therefore do everything faster, it will move more and metabolize quicker and all of its processes will be able to happen easier as the bacteria doesn't have to input as much energy into a process. When a bacteria reproduces, it needs to copy its coding base and this will happen quicker at higher temperatures as everything moves faster and the chance of the correct parts coming into contact over a given period of time is increased. You may be aware of enzymes and the bell curve related to their performance against temperature. Similarly, bacteria will have a peak where they are at their most efficient before higher temperatures start to damage the structures of a bacteria - this will vary hugely between different types dependent on where they are adapted to live.


Which undergoes a faster rate of cooling a red hot poker in a warm oven or a re hot poker in a cold room?

Anything in a colder environment will cool quicker. Therefore, having the poker in a cold room will cool it quicker, and to a lower temperature.


Compare and contrast the terms aerobic process and anaerobic process?

The most basic difference, and indeed, the defining difference, between aerobic and anaerobic processes is simply the use of oxygen. Depending on the process, the end result may be very similar, or entirely different, but aerobic processes mean that it uses the oxygen, while anaerobic means it doesn't.


What causes new deadly species of viruses bacteria etc to form and why?

In every organism, there are differences between individuals. For example, hair color in humans. Bacteria and viruses, being so small, mutate much quicker than humans. One of the individual traits of a virus or bacteria can be resistance to a drug or antibiotic. So as the drug is used, the organisms without the resistance die off while the resistant individuals live. The resistant individuals reproduce, and pass on this resistance to their offspring. Thus, the population increases once again, but this time, all the organisms have the resistance. This is shown clearly with the antibiotics we use, which only stay effective for fighting diseases for 20 to 60 years. After this time, most of the bacteria has mutated to be resistant to the antibiotic, and so will no longer be killed by it.


Do germs grow faster in hot or cold weather?

Germs generally grow faster in warm or hot weather because higher temperatures provide optimal conditions for their reproduction. Cold weather can slow down the growth of germs, but they can still survive and spread. It's important to maintain good hygiene practices regardless of the weather to prevent the spread of germs.

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Bacteria adapt more quickly than elephants to environmental changes which best explains the difference?

bacteria reproduce quicker then elephants.


Why are aerobic cultures drawn before anaerobic cultures?

Aerobic cultures are typically drawn first because aerobic bacteria are more likely to be present in the sample and grow faster than anaerobic bacteria. This allows for quicker identification and treatment of potential infections.


What is faster the quicker the organisms reproduce?

The rate of evolution.


Does temperature affect bacteria?

bacteria multiply s and grows quicker when warmer


How quickly can a wild Rabbits reproduce?

quicker than ur momma can


When do drug resistance mutations occur in bacteria?

It depends on what kind of bacteria you're dealing with. Some reproduce really quickly, like within 12 hours they already reach the 3rd or 4th generation, then drug resistance mutation is high for this type of bacteria. Basically it all boils down to this: the faster the bacteria multiplies, the quicker it gains immunity from drugs, because with each generation that is produced, there is more and more resistance to the drug.


Why do foods go off quicker when temperature is hot?

because bacteria can multiply quicker in heat making foods unedible that's why people freese food


Does bacteria reproduce fast or slow?

The temperature is a measure of the amount of energy something has. The hotter it is the more energy it has. If a bacteria is hotter, it will have more energy and can therefore do everything faster, it will move more and metabolize quicker and all of its processes will be able to happen easier as the bacteria doesn't have to input as much energy into a process. When a bacteria reproduces, it needs to copy its coding base and this will happen quicker at higher temperatures as everything moves faster and the chance of the correct parts coming into contact over a given period of time is increased. You may be aware of enzymes and the bell curve related to their performance against temperature. Similarly, bacteria will have a peak where they are at their most efficient before higher temperatures start to damage the structures of a bacteria - this will vary hugely between different types dependent on where they are adapted to live.


Do bacteria like warm or cool?

Whether or not bacteria prefer a warm climate or cool climate depends on the species of bacteria. Common bacteria reproduce quicker in a warm climate and slower in a cold. For example that is why most people refrigerate their food. Just about no bacteria can survive in 40 degrees F or less or above 140 degrees F.


Does the eviorment effect how an ice cube melt?

Yes, the warmer the air temperature of the environment the quicker the ice cube melts. Also, ice in a warm fluid environment will melt quicker than ice at the equivalent air temperature.


Do germs live longer in the dark or light?

i don't know if it makes them live longer, but germs reproduce quicker in bright light


How can bacteria adapt quicker than humans?

cuz its smaller and stranger it has more abilitys and now u gots 2 get a life!