You are given an unknown bacterium in the lab and have to determine unknown bacterium's oxygen needs. You place the organism in a shake tube and after 24-hours observe uniform turbidity throughout the media. How do you classify this organism? O Anaerobe O Facultative anaerobe O Microaerophile O Aerotolerant

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Microbial Growth

The development of microbial growth is influenced by various natural conditions (both physical and synthetic) like pH, temperature, saltiness, gas focus (O2, CO2, and H2), nutrients, water action, and assimilation. Knowing the distinctive physical and chemical factors that influence the development and endurance of microbial growth in the climate will assist with reinforcing endeavors outfitted towards their control. These lines lessen or diminish their harmful impacts on humankind, creatures, and the climate.