What is the generation time calculated for E. coli in this experiment based on the absorbance data provided? Why is this different than the optimal generation time of 20 minutes reported in the literature?
a) The calculated generation time is 10 minutes, which is different due to experimental conditions.
b) The calculated generation time is 20 minutes, which is different due to experimental conditions.
c) The calculated generation time is 10 minutes, which is the same as the reported optimal generation time.
d) The calculated generation time is 20 minutes, which is the same as the reported