Optimal conditions for most mycobacterial cultures are:
A) 25° to 30° C in the dark in an atmosphere of 2% carbon dioxide (CO2) and high humidity.
B) 35° C in the dark in an atmosphere of 5% to 10% CO2 and high humidity.
C) 35° C in the dark in a microaerophilic atmosphere of 10% CO2 and high humidity.
D) 32° C in the dark in an atmosphere of decreased CO2 and increased humidity.
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