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Agar Plate Preparation Procedure

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What is the purpose of inverting agar plates after they have cooled?

To increase the exposure to air for better drying

To facilitate better nutrient absorption by the agar

To prevent condensation from forming on the agar surface (correct)

To allow the agar to solidify faster

What is the primary material used for preparing the agar plates in this procedure?

Potato dextrose agar

Tryptic soy agar (correct)

Nutrient agar

Blood agar

How long should agar plates be incubated to ensure sterility before use?

12 hours

72 hours

24 hours (correct)

48 hours

What is the first step in the procedure for preparing agar plates?

<p>Using sterilized tryptic soy agar</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of not inverting the agar plates after cooling?

<p>Increased risk of contamination from airborne microbes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Agar Plate Preparation Procedure

Sterile tryptic soy agar is used to create agar plates.
Invert the plates when cooled to avoid moisture buildup.
Incubate all plates and tubes for at least 24 hours before use to ensure sterility.

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This quiz tests your understanding of the agar plate preparation procedure. Key steps include using sterile tryptic soy agar, preventing moisture buildup, and ensuring proper incubation. Review these essentials to master the preparation of agar plates for microbiological use.