10 Questions
Which substance is commonly used as a medium for gelling microbial cultures?
Agarose gel
What is the purpose of isolating a pure culture of microorganisms?
To grow a specific kind of microorganism
Which diagnostic method of microbiology involves letting the agent multiply in a predetermined medium?
Microbial culture
Which technique is commonly used to isolate individual cells and produce a pure culture in microbiology?
Streak plate method
What is the purpose of maintaining stock cultures in microbiology?
To preserve the biological, immunological, and cultural characters of microorganisms
Which organisms are more easily isolated by picking out a single individual to initiate a culture?
Fungi
Which method of bacterial culture is ideal for preparation of an antimicrobial assay in which the liquid broth is inoculated with bacteria and let to grow overnight?
Broth cultures
What is the purpose of storing agar plates upside down in a refrigerator for an extended period of time?
To prevent contamination from airborne bacteria
Which type of culture is most commonly used for short-term storage or shipment of cultures?
Stab cultures
What is the purpose of the streak plate method in microbial culture?
To physically separate the microbial population
Test your knowledge of microbial cultures and their importance in microbiology research with this quiz. Explore the fundamentals of culturing microorganisms and the essential role it plays in molecular biology. Challenge yourself with questions on culture techniques, diagnostic methods, and the significance of microbial cultures in scientific studies.
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