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

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During the late log phase, bacteria often produce secondary metabolites, which are not essential for growth but can provide advantages such as antibiotics.

Late Log Phase of the Bacterial Growth Curve