Late log phase of the bacterial growth curve
A)is marked by the production of primary metabolites.
B)is marked by the production of secondary metabolites.
C)is a transition into the death phase.
D)shows a decline in cell numbers.

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During the late log phase, bacteria often produce secondary metabolites, which are compounds not directly involved in growth, development, or reproduction, such as antibiotics.

Late Log Phase of the Bacterial Growth Curve