1. Which of the following statements about agar is NOT true? A. It is derived from algae. B. it is typically utilized by bacteria. C. It is solid at room temperature. D. It is the defining ingredient between liquid and solid versions of the same media.

1. Which of the following statements about agar is NOT true? A. It is derived from algae. B. it is typically utilized by bacteria. C. It is solid at room temperature. D. It is the defining ingredient between liquid and solid versions of the same media.

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305389892

Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Chapter26: Prokaryotes: Bacteria And Archaea

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 8TYK

See similar textbooks

Related questions

Q: Heat-sensitive materials (rubber and plastic) and bulkymaterials (mattresses) can be sterilized…

A: The process of sterilization is defined as the steps taken to eliminate or deactivate various forms…

Q: Which of the following is NOT true of spread plating method? A. the maximum inoculum allowed is 1.0…

A: Please follow step 2 & 3 for detailed explanation.

Q: A disadvantage of using UV light to control microbes is: '. a. it produces irritable ozone b. it has…

A: UV rays are ultraviolet rays. These rays produce thymine dimers and disrupt DNA.

Q: Doctors prescribe synergistic drug combinations to treatbacterial infections. The purpose of such…

A: Synergistic drug combinations comprise multiple active pharmaceutical ingredients and are widely…

Q: 2. Your groupmate's agar shake showed uniform turbidity throughout the tube, with no thicker growth…

A: Introduction :- Agar, sometimes known as agar-agar, is a gelatin-like substance derived mostly from…

Q: 2. what microbes may be used in the anoxic and oxic zones in the secondary treatment of a sewage…

A: Anoxic Combinations are utilized in de- nitrification bins in flowers for wastewater treatment in…

Q: Blood agar media is a _________. Selective media Differential media Rich media Enriched media…

A: A medium can be defined as gel or liquid which helps in growth of a bacterial culture. Medium is…

Q: n't we say "sterile" technique?

A: To get the remaining sub-parts solved, please repost the complete question and mention the sub-parts…

Q: The thermal death point is best described as:(a) The highest temperature that will support growth of…

A: BASIC INFORMATION MICROBES They are the unicellular organisms which can not seen by naked eyes…

Q: A selective media a) inhibit the growth of certain bacteria while allowing others to grow b)…

A: An example of selective media includes- eosin methylene blue that is toxic to Gram-positive bacteria…

Q: Why can there be no generalized media that can support all types of microorganisms? Briefly justify…

A: The first bacterial culture media were broths made by infusion or enzymatic digestion of assorted…

Q: When culturing microorganisms, you must ensure you work to prevent unwanted contamination. In doing…

A: Given: When culturing microorganisms, you must ensure you work to prevent unwanted contamination.…

Q: 1) The use of natural products in classification is called

A: Trees, fungi, animals, and microorganisms generate natural products, which are chemical substances…

Q: Define selective media and explain when you would use it.

A: Media is any liquid or solid preparation made specifically for the growth, storage, or transport of…

Q: 1. What is the hazard of the spattering tendency in heating a wire loop with specimens over a flame?…

A: “Since you have posted a question with multiple sub-parts, we will solve first three sub parts for…

Q: Which of the following is NOT a chemically definable component in culture media? a.Sheep's blood…

A: A chemically defined media is a culture medium for microorganisms or animal cells (even human cells)…

Q: Which of the following factors increases biofilm accumulation? (select all that apply) V A.…

Q: are there technologies that can help make bacterial culture and sensitivity done faster

A: Bacteria culture is the method to use for the analysis of the amount of infection caused by…

Q: 1. The selective ingredient in mannitol salt agar is ______________, which selects for the growth of…

A: The microbial culture is useful for growing the bacteria under controlled conditions in a…

Q: 4. When an organism is positive for the coagulase enzyme, which of the following would be present in…

A: Coagulase test is performed to detect whether the organism is able to produce the coagulase enzyme…

Q: 1. Which of the following bacterial species is not naturally competent? A) Bacillus subtilis B)…

A: Hi! Thank you for the questions. As you have posted multiple questions, I will be answering the…

Q: The blood sprayed on the surface of liquid nitrogen is .A appealing method .B Thin wall method .c…

A: Cryosurgery is a type of surgery where there is rapid freezing of tissues or freezing of tissues by…

Q: _4. Some microorganisms can treat disease. _5. Some microorganisms are also used in bioremediation…

A: Note: Since we are instructed to answer only one question, you can post other questions in separate…

Q: Which of the following is NOT correct for penicillin? Lütfen birini seçin: O a. It prevents bacteria…

A: Penicillins (P, PCN, or PEN) are antibiotics that were first isolated in the moulds Penicillium…

Q: Spread plating_is used to sterilize the spreader or Lrod: a. Ethanol bHeating over flame C.…

A: Spread plate technique is used to isolate bacteria . It is a microbiological technique .

Q: 2. Which of the following is not a quality control method in an environmental sample analysis? a.…

A: Quality control involves testing units and determining if they are within the specifications for…

Q: MacConkey Agar is considered as: a. Differential CM only b. Enriched CM only c. Selective CM…

A: MacConkey Agar (MAC) is a selective and differential medium used to isolate and distinguish enteric…

Q: 1-Why do not microorganisms develop in the udder even though your pet's udder is full of milk?…

A: Introduction: Contamination is defined as the presence of an undesirable element, impurity, or any…

Q: 3- Why could using too much Ethanol actually lead to increased probability for contamination? O…

A: Introduction :- A substance made of organic chemicals is ethanol. With the chemical formula C2H6O,…

Q: why the hemacytometer method is not compatible with mycelium b. Explain at what stage of growth the…

A: Cell counting: Hemocytometer or cell counting chember is used for primary cell counting, where a…

Q: 5) A pure culture A) is sterile . B) is a population of identical cells. C) is made of a clearly…

A: A microbial culture is a method by which microorganisms are multiplied by allowing them to grow in a…

Q: Please describe how automated systems such as the Bac-T alert and the Vitek are used in the…

A: Microbes are organisms that are present everywhere.

Q: discuss the culturing system that is most appropriate for this activity and state your reason(s) for…

A: After applying all the guidelines involved in the successful isolation and cultivation of microbes…

Q: :In bacterial culture media, agar is used as An additional nutrient .a Buffer .b A solidifying agent…

A: Agar is used in laboratory to help, feed and grow microorganisms. It is used in laboratory for…

Q: Select one product of anaerobic respiration or fermentation.

A: Fermentation is the metabolic process in the breakdown of carbohydrates by the action of enzymes, in…

Q: 1. Why are medical technologists essential in the clinical chemistry section?

A: “Since you have asked multiple question, we will solve the first question for you. If you want any…

Q: The technique used in bacteria for endospore staining can also be used to observe fungal spores.…

A: *Endospores staining is used to recognize presence of spore in bacterial cells This needs staining…

Q: (2) how are aseptic technique similar and different in the lab and Healthcare field?Be specific and…

A: Aseptic techniques are very important in healthcare as well as in the laboratory. In surgical…

Q: plain 5 methods of nutrient uptake by cells b. explain the problems that may arise in the process of…

A: Since you have asked multiple questions , we will solve the first question for you. If you want any…

Q: How do you observe growth in liquid microbiological media? a) the medium is cloudy or turbid b)…

A: Nutrients are required to grow microorganisms invitro i.e outside the body is called culture medium…

Q: 1. What is one advantage of utilizing the pour plate technique over the streak plate technique ?

A: Answer: THERE ARE THREE TYPES OF CULTURE METHODS 1. POUR PLATE TECHNIQUE 2. STREAK PLATE TECHNIQUE…

Q: Which of following statements is TRUE about antiseptics and disinfectants? A. Disc diffusion works…

A: The use of antiseptics and disinfectants is now unavoidable but what factors affect these processes…

Q: is an example of non radio active pharmaceutical used in uclear medicine. elect one: O a. Captopril…

A: Nuclear medicine is a medical specialty which uses radioactive tracer to observe the bodily…

Q: . Why not test water samples directly for Salmonella typhosa or other pathogens?

A: Salmonella Typhi bacteria infect the blood and intestine of humans. The disease caused by this…

Q: about microorganims a. How are microorganisms beneficial in the food industry?

A: Microorganisms are living beings that cannot be seen with unaided eyes. The microorganisms are…

Q: 4. A medium containing an antibiotic is a selective medium. True or False.

A: In the study of microorganisms, a variety of mediums are utilised. The following are the definitions…

Q: 1. You discover a newly potential microbe that could help in degrading toxic waste into simple…

A: Since you have asked multiple questions, we will solve the first question for you. If you want any…

Q: 5.Discuss the purpose, process, and possible risks from food irradiation.

A: Since you have asked multiple questions, we will solve the first question for you. If you want any…

Q: In controlling and eliminating of infectious agents in reusable supplies,w hat process should be…

A: In healthcare settings, infectious pathogens are more prominent and to prevent them all the…

Question

1.
Which of the following statements about agar is NOT true?
A. It is derived from algae.
B. it is typically utilized by bacteria.
C. It is solid at room temperature.
D. It is the defining ingredient between liquid and solid versions of the same media.

Expert Solution

This question has been solved!

Explore an expertly crafted, step-by-step solution for a thorough understanding of key concepts.

This is a popular solution!

SEE SOLUTION Check out a sample Q&A here

Step 1

VIEW

Step 2

VIEW

Step 3

VIEW

Trending now

This is a popular solution!

Step by step

Solved in 3 steps

SEE SOLUTION Check out a sample Q&A here

Knowledge Booster

Learn more about

Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.

Similar questions

8. A retort pouch is: a) Filled first with food product and then retorted (heat-sterilization) to extend product shelf life. b) Food is heat-sterilized first, and then added to a pouch under nitrogen c) Retort pouches requires thermally stable seals d) Both a and c
1. The technique used in bacteria for endospore staining can also be used to observe fungal spores. Select one: True False 2. Which of the following statements is/are TRUE? a. Agar does not provide nutrients to microorganisms. b. Peptone, pork extracts, and yeast extracts provide nutrients to microbes. c. Tap water must be used for preparing culture media. d. A & B are correct. e. B & C are correct Clear my choice 3. Motility of microorganisms is BEST observed with a a. Flagellar stain b. Hanging drop preparation c. Solid medium d. Negative stain e. Streak plate Clear my choice
The Petri Dish method is used in microbiology to raise bacteria in: a) rapid growth b) pure culture c) septic environment d) all of the above 2. What is the difference between antiseptic and sanitization?3. In order to prevent any kind of contamination the medium must be _________ before placing it in the Petri dish. a) lyophilized b) pasteurized c) autoclaved d) distille
4. All the following can be autoclaved EXCEPT: a) Biological material b) Glass ware c) Radioactive material d) Broth and gel media for growing bacteria5. The autoclave raises the atmospheric pressure to _____ : a) 10 psi b) 15 psi c) 20 k joules d) 25 watts6. In the experiment with serial dilutions, the plates which should be used for the final count for colonies should have a range of _______ CFU in order to have a reliable estimate: a) <10 b)10-15 c) 15-20 d) none of the above
1. While working with Mannitol Salt Agar you notice the growth of staphylococci however other microorganisms are growing as well. How would you interpret this?
Which of the following is NOT a chemically definable component in culture media? a.Sheep's blood b.Brain infusion c.Milk d.All of the above e.None of the above
9. The process in which all organisms and pathogens are destroyed is called ------. a) Disinfection b) Sterilization c) Antisepsis d) Pasteurization
1. What are the colony shape, margin and elevation of colony of nutritient agar exposed in these types of exposure A. Soil B. Water C. Plant leaves D. Air
2. As an aspiring Nurse, the need for the culture of a new pathogenic microorganism in the laboratory has been allocated to you. Applying all the guidelines involved in the successful isolation and cultivation of microbes, discuss the culturing system that is most appropriate for this activity and state your reason(s) for this choice
Agar is superior to gelatin as a solidifying agent because agar a. does not melt at room temperature b. solidifies at 75°C c. is not usually decomposed by microorganisms d. both a and c
1) Which of the following control agents help to be used to achieve sterility? - Virucide - Sporocide - Germicide - Bactericide - Fungicide
3. How are aseptic technique similar and different in the lab and healthcare field? Be specific and explain at least two differences and two similarities. 4. You are asked to develop a method to transfer an unknown organism from a liquid broth to a solid petri dish. List each step that you would have to take. Be specific