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Question
Transport media used in the isolation of anaerobes must be free of:
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Obligate anaerobes are killed or inhibited by molecular oxygen. Therefore, transport media for anaerobes must be strictly anaerobic (oxygen-free) to maintain their viability during transit.
Hint
Anaerobes are organisms that do not require, and may even be harmed by, a specific gas.