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MIC 121 CULTURE MEDIA Objective Question

Question

Which of the following describes a medium that provides a firm surface for colony production, often created by adding solidifying agents like agar?
Options
A Liquid/broth medium
B Semi-solid agar
C Solid medium
Correct Answer
D Biphasic medium
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 7, under 'CONSISTENCY OR PHYSICAL STATE', states that 'Solid media provides a firm surface on which to produce colonies. Any liquid medium can be rendered by the addition of certain solidifying agents.'

Hint

Think about the physical state that allows for distinct colony growth.

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