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Who is credited with developing a dye system for identifying bacteria?
Who is credited with developing a dye system for identifying bacteria?
In which year was the use of agar as a support medium for solid culture developed?
In which year was the use of agar as a support medium for solid culture developed?
What significant innovation is associated with Julius R. Petri?
What significant innovation is associated with Julius R. Petri?
What method did M. H. McGrady establish in 1915?
What method did M. H. McGrady establish in 1915?
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Which of the following developments is NOT associated with the year 1882?
Which of the following developments is NOT associated with the year 1882?
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Study Notes
Microbiology Milestones
- 1882: Angelina Fannie and Walther Hesse employed agar as a solid culture medium in Koch's lab.
- 1884: Hans Christian Gram developed the Gram stain, a dye system crucial for bacterial identification.
- 1887: Julius Richard Petri introduced the petri dish.
- 1915: M. H. McGrady pioneered a quantitative method for analyzing water samples using the most probable number (MPN) multiple-tube fermentation test.
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Test your knowledge on key milestones in the history of microbiology with our engaging quiz. From the introduction of agar as a culture medium to the pioneering methods for water sample analysis, this quiz covers it all. Challenge yourself and see how well you know these historic advancements!
