Binary Fission - How Do Bacteria Divide? #12

The video tutorial explains binary fission, a process by which bacteria divide and reproduce. It distinguishes binary fission from mitosis and meiosis, which occur in eukaryotic cells. The tutorial details the steps of binary fission, including DNA replication and cell division, and discusses how bacterial populations can grow rapidly under optimal conditions. It also provides examples of calculating bacterial growth over time, emphasizing the importance of division time and environmental factors.

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