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MIC 121 CULTURE MEDIA Objective Question

Question

If a solid locally sourced culture medium is 'too soft' in gel strength, what is a likely consequence for microbial studies?
Options
A Reduced colony development
B Poor diffusion of antibiotics
C Colonies spread excessively
Correct Answer
D Increased transparency
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Slide 51 states that if the agar is 'Too soft', 'Colonies spread excessively' and 'Difficult streaking' can occur.

Hint

Imagine what would happen to bacterial colonies on a very soft surface.

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