Chapter 6, Problem 22CT

Summary Introduction

To answer:

The kind of selective media used by Beijernick to isolate the aerobic and anaerobic nitrogen-fixers, sulfate-reducers, and sulfur-oxidizing members of bacteria using the enrichment technique.

Introduction:

The enrichment culture technique was introduced by Beijerinck during the 1800s. He used selective media for applying the technique. The bacteria used for oil cleanup can be cultured using the enrichment method.