Which of the following is the best definition of generation time?
A) the length of time needed for lag phase
B) the duration of log phase
C) the minimum rate of doubling
D) the time needed for nuclear division
E) the length of time needed for a cell to divide

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Generation time is defined as the time required for a cell to divide or for a population to double in number. It is the duration of one cell cycle, including all of the stages of growth and reproduction. Therefore, option E is the correct definition of generation time. The other options (A, B, C, and D) do not accurately define generation time.

Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of Generation