The term lag phase refers to __________________________.
A) one of the categories of hazards in the HACCP system
B) a slow period in the flow of food
C) a period during which bacteria become adjusted to their surroundings before starting to grow
D) a condition in which bacteria grow without the presence of moisture

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The lag phase is a period during which bacteria adapt to their environment before they begin to grow and multiply. This phase is crucial in understanding bacterial growth dynamics, especially in food safety and microbiology.

The Term Lag Phase Refers to __________________________