8 Questions
Why are solid agar-based media commonly used in laboratories for growing bacteria?
To identify colonial characteristics and isolate pure cultures
What characteristic of growth in stirred liquid media makes cultures easy to divide and transfer?
Even cell suspension
Why is isolating single bacteria from liquid media difficult?
Bacteria are not easily distinguishable in liquid media
How can the use of selective media assist in identifying specific organisms?
By inhibiting the growth of unwanted organisms
What type of environmental moisture is optimum for cultivating bacteria?
Moist environment
At what temperature is the cultivation of bacteria of medical importance most optimal?
$37°C$
Why is it important to use high levels of nutrients in laboratory techniques for growing bacteria?
To produce large amounts of cells quickly and inexpensively
Why do saprophytic bacteria have the ability to grow at lower temperatures?
They can use alternative energy sources
Test your knowledge on the types of growth media used in microbiology laboratories, including solid agar-based media and liquid media. Learn about the benefits and applications of using agar plates and broth for bacterial culture.
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