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MIC 121 CULTURE MEDIA Objective Question

Question

In a thioglycollate medium, which indicator is often incorporated to show the oxidation-reduction potential, appearing colorless under reduced conditions?
Options
A Neutral red
B Phenol red
C Methylene blue
Correct Answer
D Crystal violet
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Slide 18, 'CLASSIFICATION BASED ON FUNCTIONAL USE OR APPLICATION CONT'D,' specifies, 'Methylene blue or resazurin is an oxidation-reduction potential indicator that is incorporated in the thioglycollate medium. Under reduced condition, methylene blue is colourless.'

Hint

This indicator changes color based on the presence or absence of oxygen.

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