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MIC 121 CULTURE MEDIA Objective Question
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For a good locally sourced microbiological culture medium to adequately support microbial growth, which of the following is essential for its nutritional composition?
Options
A Only carbohydrates and water.
B Only proteins and vitamins.
C Carbon sources, nitrogen sources, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and water.
Correct Answer
D Trace elements and gelling agents only.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Slide 42 states that a good locally sourced medium should contain 'Carbon sources, Nitrogen sources, Amino acids, Vitamins, Minerals, Trace elements, Water' to provide adequate nutritional composition.

Hint

Think about the broad categories of nutrients that all living organisms need for growth.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: CULTURE MEDIA
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 764 of 984
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