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MIC 121 CULTURE MEDIA Objective Question

Question

What is the typical melting temperature of agar, a commonly used solidifying agent in microbiology?
Options
A 42°C
B 37°C
C 95°C
Correct Answer
D 100°C
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 7, in the 'Agar' section, mentions 'It melts at 95°C and solidifies at 42°C.'

Hint

Consider the temperature at which agar transitions from solid to liquid.

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