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MIC 121 Introduction what are microbes Objective Question

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In medical or microbiology laboratories, what is a common specific use of a Bunsen burner?
Options
A Sterilizing large volumes of liquid media.
B Incubating bacterial cultures.
C Micro-loop sterilization and flaming the lips of test tubes.
Correct Answer
D Measuring precise temperatures.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 28 states: 'In medical or microbiology laboratories, it is commonly used for micro-loop sterilization i.e. used to sterilize loops and needles, as well as flaming the lips of test tubes during inoculations.'

Hint

Consider the direct applications mentioned for laboratory settings.

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