Discussion Post: Microbiology
Consider the following scenario:
An egg salad sandwich sitting in a warm car for 4 hours develops 40,960 bacterial cells.
a) Determine how many more cells would result in just one more generation
b) Explain what the cell count be after 4 hours if the initial bacterial dose was 100 cells
c) Analyze your answers and the answers of your peers.
d) Determine a conclusion about what your answers are telling you about using clean techniques in food preparation and storage. (other than esthetic considerations)
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.