Bacteria May Be Stored for Several Months

question 5

Multiple Choice

Bacteria may be stored for several months

• A) on a slant in the refrigerator, frozen in agar AND in broth at 37°C.
• B) in broth at 37°C, on a slant in the refrigerator AND frozen in glycerol solution.
• C) on a slant in the refrigerator, frozen in glycerol solution, AND freeze-dried.
• D) freeze-dried, in broth at 37°C AND frozen in agar.
• E) freeze-dried, frozen in glycerol solution AND in broth at 37°C.

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Definitions:

Fever

An elevation in body temperature above the normal range, often a sign of infection or illness.

General Upper Respiratory Symptoms

Non-specific symptoms affecting the upper respiratory tract, including coughing, sneezing, nasal congestion, and sore throat.

Incubation Period

Period between exposure to an infection and when symptoms start to manifest.

Exposure To Infection

The state of coming into contact with infectious agents (bacteria, viruses, fungi), potentially leading to illness.