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MIC 121 CULTURE MEDIA Objective Question
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Regarding the stability of a locally sourced culture medium during storage, which of the following is an undesirable characteristic it should *not* exhibit?
Options
A Remaining stable for extended periods.
B Minimizing analytical variation.
C Separating into layers or drying excessively.
Correct Answer
D Retaining its original color.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Slide 49 states that a stable medium 'should not: Separate into layers, Dry excessively, Crack, Change colour, Develop contamination, Lose nutrients rapidly.' Options A, B, and D are desirable characteristics of a stable medium.

Hint

The question asks what the medium should *not* do if it is stable. Look for signs of degradation.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: CULTURE MEDIA
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 768 of 984
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