The ________ method is used to indirectly measure microbial growth of filamentous bacteria and molds.
A)metabolic activity
B)dry weight
C)pour plate
D)spread plate
E)turbidity measurement

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The dry weight method involves removing the microorganisms from the growth medium and drying them to a constant weight, which provides an indirect measurement of their growth. This method is particularly useful for filamentous bacteria and molds, as they can form dense mats that are difficult to measure using other methods.

The ________ Method Is Used to Indirectly Measure Microbial Growth