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MIC 121 CULTURE MEDIA Objective Question
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Which of the following statements is true regarding liquid/broth media?
Options
A They solidify at room temperature due to gelling agents.
B They are primarily used for separating mixed organisms into pure cultures.
C They do not contain gelling agents and are water-based solutions.
Correct Answer
D They provide a firm surface for colony observation.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Slide 7, 'CONSISTENCY OR PHYSICAL STATE,' states that liquid/broth media are 'water-based solutions that do not solidify at room temperature. They contain specific amounts of nutrients but do not have a trace of gelling agents.' It also mentions 'Mixed organisms cannot be separated in liquid media.'

Hint

Liquid media, by definition, don't form a solid mass.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: CULTURE MEDIA
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 738 of 984
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