A microorganism that has an optimum growth temperature of 37^$\circ$C, but can survive short exposure to high temperatures is called a(n)

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The microorganism in question has an optimum growth temperature of 37°C (which is close to human body temperature), but can survive short exposure to high temperatures. This fits the description of a thermoduric microorganism. Thermoduric microorganisms are not adapted for growth at high temperatures like thermophiles, but are able to survive exposure to high temperatures for short periods of time.

A Microorganism That Has an Optimum Growth Temperature of 37 ∘\circ∘

A Microorganism That Has an Optimum Growth Temperature of 37^$\circ$