Question

multiple choice question
a microbes temperature covers a small range that promotes the fastest rate of growth and metabolism.
minimum
optimum
maximum

Explanation:

The optimum temperature is the specific temperature at which a microbe's growth and metabolism are most efficient. The minimum temperature is the lowest temperature at which a microbe can survive and grow, while the maximum temperature is the highest temperature at which it can do so. The question is about the temperature that promotes the fastest rate of growth and metabolism, which is the optimum temperature.

Answer:

optimum