5 Questions
What are the essential factors for a medium suitable for a specific group of organisms?
Distilled water, carbon, energy, nitrogen, minerals, growth factors, and pH
Why is distilled water preferred over tap water for preparing microbiological media?
Tap water may contain salts that can inhibit the growth of microorganisms
What distinguishes autotrophs from heterotrophs in terms of carbon sources?
Autotrophs can utilize carbon dioxide for synthesis of all cell materials
Which inorganic sources of nitrogen are mentioned in the text as suitable for microbial growth?
NH4 , NO2
Why is it important to consider the carbon source when preparing microbiological media?
Different organisms have different requirements for carbon sources
Test your knowledge of the general steps involved in microbiology lab work including preparation of media, sterilization, pouring, inoculation, and incubation. Explore the key factors in preparing media for microbial growth.
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