Microbiology - Cell Cultures and Characteristics - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Cell Cultures and Characteristics - Section 1 (Q.No. 24)
24.
When a substance is added to a liquid medium which inhibits the growth of unwanted bacteria and favors the growth of wanted bacteria, it is known as
differential medium
enriched medium
enrichment medium
selective medium
Answer: Option
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Abdul Malik said:   5 years ago
Enrichment media is correct because:

1. Liquid Media.
2. Chemicals are added upon requirement, unlike selective media, no chemicals are added later.

Mr Ismail Ebrie said:   3 years ago
When a substance is added to a liquid medium which inhibits the growth of unwanted bacteria and favours the growth of wanted bacteria, it is known as enrichment medium.

When a substance is added to a solid medium which inhibits the growth of unwanted bacteria but permits the growth of wanted bacteria, it is known as a selective medium.


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