Which one of the following relations holds true for the

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Which one of the following relations holds true for the specific growth rate (µ) of a microorganism in the death phase ?

1. µ = 0
2. µ < 0
3. µ = µ_max
4. 0 < µ < µ_max

Correct Option: B

ln	x_i	= μ , if x_t = 5 × 10⁵ , x₀ = 6.5 × 10⁵
	x₀

then µ is –ve
∴ µ < 0