Indicate whether each statement is true or false: 1. Even if it yields a negativ
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Question
Indicate whether each statement is true or false:
1. Even if it yields a negative reaction, an organism can still grow in a biochemical test. True or False?
2. Agar is added to provide essential nutrients for the bacteria. True or False?
3. Even if there are several different colonies on a plate, a single colony on a nutrient agar plate can be used to create a contaminated culture. True or False?
4. If you are streaking a mixed culture, then you will not have to worry about using aseptic techniques. True or False?
Explanation / Answer
Answer
1. True
2. False - Agar does not provide any nutrient to the bacteria. It is only support the growth.
3. True
4. False