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What is a colony in microbiology?
What is a colony in microbiology?
- A group of bacteria with different origins
- A visible collection of millions of bacteria from a single bacterial cell (correct)
- A single bacterial cell
- A type of bacteria
Who discovered agar as a solidifying agent in culture media?
Who discovered agar as a solidifying agent in culture media?
- Frau Hesse (correct)
- Robert Koch
- Louis Pasteur
- Alexander Fleming
Why is gelatin not considered satisfactory for use in culture media?
Why is gelatin not considered satisfactory for use in culture media?
- It has a high melting point
- It is bacteriologically inert
- It liquefies at 24ºC (correct)
- It does not liquefy at 24ºC
What is the purpose of synthetic or defined media in microbiology?
What is the purpose of synthetic or defined media in microbiology?
Which of the following is often used as an inorganic nitrogen source in culture media?
Which of the following is often used as an inorganic nitrogen source in culture media?
What is the main purpose of using liquid (broth) culture media?
What is the main purpose of using liquid (broth) culture media?
What is the purpose of an autoclave in a laboratory setting?
What is the purpose of an autoclave in a laboratory setting?
How does an autoclave work to achieve sterilization?
How does an autoclave work to achieve sterilization?
What is the function of an incubator in a microbiology laboratory?
What is the function of an incubator in a microbiology laboratory?
Why might a microwave be used in a microbiology laboratory for media preparation?
Why might a microwave be used in a microbiology laboratory for media preparation?
What is the purpose of a laminar flow hood in a laboratory setting?
What is the purpose of a laminar flow hood in a laboratory setting?
How can a refrigerator be utilized in a laboratory?
How can a refrigerator be utilized in a laboratory?
Which specialized tool is commonly used for spreading bacteria in the plate?
Which specialized tool is commonly used for spreading bacteria in the plate?
What is the main purpose of using an Inoculating Needle?
What is the main purpose of using an Inoculating Needle?
Which specialized tool is NOT recommended for culturing bacteria due to its wide mouth?
Which specialized tool is NOT recommended for culturing bacteria due to its wide mouth?
What is the function of Mechanical Pipettes?
What is the function of Mechanical Pipettes?
Which specialized tool is used for incineration to avoid contaminants?
Which specialized tool is used for incineration to avoid contaminants?
For what purpose would you use a Cotton Swab instead of an Inoculating Loop?
For what purpose would you use a Cotton Swab instead of an Inoculating Loop?
