Exposure to cold temperatures has what effect on microorganisms?

A) It removes moisture from the environment and thus prevents growth
B) It oxidizes and coagulates proteins
C) It retards the activities of most microbes
D) It denatures proteins
E) It kills endospores and thermophilic organisms


Ans: C) It retards the activities of most microbes

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_____ is an example of a proto-oncogene

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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