Microbiology - Identification of Bacteria - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Identification of Bacteria - Section 1 (Q.No. 9)
9.
Production of acetoin can be detected by which of the following tests?
Citrate test
Voges-Proskauer test
Methyl red test
Indole test
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Srikanth said:   6 years ago
The test is performed by adding alpha-naphthol and potassium hydroxide to the Voges-Proskauer broth which has been inoculated with bacteria. A cherry red colour indicates the positive results I. E, the presence of acetoin, while a yellow-brown colour indicates the negative results.

Tripak said:   6 years ago
Explain it.

P.k said:   9 years ago
Why? Explain.

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