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What is the method that allows the multiplication of bacterial cells in or on a controlled culture medium?
What is the method that allows the multiplication of bacterial cells in or on a controlled culture medium?
- Bacterial culture (correct)
- Bacterial metabolism
- Bacterial growth
- Bacterial division
What is the gel-like product of certain seaweeds used for solidifying certain culture media?
What is the gel-like product of certain seaweeds used for solidifying certain culture media?
- Agarose
- Gelatin
- Agar agar (correct)
- Galactose
How long does it take for a single bacterium to reach millions in number under favorable conditions?
How long does it take for a single bacterium to reach millions in number under favorable conditions?
- 3-6 hours
- 1-3 hours
- 6-9 hours
- 10-12 hours (correct)
What are the essential nutrients and minerals provided by culture media to support the growth of microorganisms?
What are the essential nutrients and minerals provided by culture media to support the growth of microorganisms?
At what temperature does agar agar become solid after being in liquid form?
At what temperature does agar agar become solid after being in liquid form?
How do bacteria grow on solid media?
How do bacteria grow on solid media?
What is the main characteristic that defines a bacterial colony?
What is the main characteristic that defines a bacterial colony?
Which phase of the bacterial growth curve is characterized by a waiting period/phase?
Which phase of the bacterial growth curve is characterized by a waiting period/phase?
What is the primary oxygen requirement of facultative anaerobic bacteria?
What is the primary oxygen requirement of facultative anaerobic bacteria?
What is the most common pH range for bacterial growth?
What is the most common pH range for bacterial growth?
Which substance is added to some culture media to enrich it and determine the hemolytic activity of microorganisms?
Which substance is added to some culture media to enrich it and determine the hemolytic activity of microorganisms?
What are the primary chemicals required for bacterial growth in the environment?
What are the primary chemicals required for bacterial growth in the environment?
Which type of bacteria can reproduce in an environment with low concentrations of O2?
Which type of bacteria can reproduce in an environment with low concentrations of O2?
What is the primary characteristic used for the identification of bacteria?
What is the primary characteristic used for the identification of bacteria?
What is the main purpose of adding blood to culture media in determining bacterial hemolytic activity?
What is the main purpose of adding blood to culture media in determining bacterial hemolytic activity?
Which phase of the bacterial growth curve is characterized by a period of death or decline?
Which phase of the bacterial growth curve is characterized by a period of death or decline?
What is the primary purpose of bacterial culture?
What is the primary purpose of bacterial culture?
Which substance is used to solidify certain culture media?
Which substance is used to solidify certain culture media?
What is the temperature at which agar agar becomes solid after being in liquid form?
What is the temperature at which agar agar becomes solid after being in liquid form?
What is the main characteristic that defines a bacterial colony?
What is the main characteristic that defines a bacterial colony?
Which phase of the bacterial growth curve is characterized by a period of rapid multiplication?
Which phase of the bacterial growth curve is characterized by a period of rapid multiplication?
What are the culture media used in bacterial culture primarily designed to provide?
What are the culture media used in bacterial culture primarily designed to provide?
What is the primary purpose of adding blood to culture media in determining bacterial hemolytic activity?
What is the primary purpose of adding blood to culture media in determining bacterial hemolytic activity?
Which phase of the bacterial growth curve is characterized by a period of death or decline?
Which phase of the bacterial growth curve is characterized by a period of death or decline?
What are the primary chemicals required for bacterial growth in the environment?
What are the primary chemicals required for bacterial growth in the environment?
What is the main characteristic used for the identification of bacteria?
What is the main characteristic used for the identification of bacteria?
At what temperature does agar agar become solid after being in liquid form?
At what temperature does agar agar become solid after being in liquid form?
Which type of bacteria can reproduce in an environment with low concentrations of O2?
Which type of bacteria can reproduce in an environment with low concentrations of O2?
What is the method that allows the multiplication of bacterial cells in or on a controlled culture medium?
What is the method that allows the multiplication of bacterial cells in or on a controlled culture medium?
What is the most common pH range for bacterial growth?
What is the most common pH range for bacterial growth?
What is the main purpose of sterilizing the culture medium?
What is the main purpose of sterilizing the culture medium?
What is the primary oxygen requirement of facultative anaerobic bacteria?
What is the primary oxygen requirement of facultative anaerobic bacteria?
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Study Notes
Bacterial Culture and Growth
- Bacterial multiplication occurs through a method known as culturing in a controlled medium.
- Agar agar, a gel-like product derived from certain seaweeds, is commonly used to solidify culture media.
- Under favorable conditions, a single bacterium can multiply to millions in a matter of hours.
- Essential nutrients and minerals provided by culture media include carbon, nitrogen, sulfur, phosphorus, vitamins, and trace elements.
Temperature and Solidification
- Agar agar solidifies at approximately 30-40°C after being in liquid form.
- Temperature control is critical for the growth of bacterial cells on solid media.
Bacterial Colonies and Growth Phases
- A bacterial colony is characterized by an aggregation of bacterial cells that originate from a single mother cell.
- The lag phase of the bacterial growth curve is the period characterized by adaptation when cells are introduced to fresh culture medium.
- The death or decline phase occurs when nutrients are exhausted and waste products accumulate.
Oxygen Requirements
- Facultative anaerobic bacteria primarily require oxygen but can also grow in low oxygen environments.
- Bacteria capable of multiplying in environments with low oxygen concentrations include microaerophiles.
pH and Hemolytic Activity
- The most common pH range for optimal bacterial growth is approximately 6.5 to 7.5.
- Blood is added to certain culture media to assess microbial hemolytic activity, enabling identification of pathogenic bacteria.
Nutritional Needs and Identification
- Primary chemicals necessary for bacterial growth in the environment include organic compounds and inorganic salts.
- The primary characteristic used for bacterial identification is the biochemical activity or metabolic capabilities.
Purpose of Culture Media and Sterilization
- Culture media are designed to provide nutrients, moisture, and an appropriate environment for bacterial growth.
- Sterilization of culture media aims to prevent contamination from unwanted microorganisms.
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