Sir Isaac Newton's Development of the Theory of Gravity After

question 131

Multiple Choice

Sir Isaac Newton's development of the theory of gravity after observing an apple fall from a tree is an example of

• A)a controlled experiment that lead to the formulation of a scientific theory.
• B)being in the right place at the right time.
• C)an idea whose time had come.
• D)the interplay between observation and theory in science.

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Definitions:

Selective Media

Laboratory media designed to support the growth of specific microorganisms while inhibiting others, used for microbial isolation.

Culturette

A sterile swab or collection device used for obtaining specimens from the body, often for microbiological culture.

Lowenstein-Jensen (L-J) Slant

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Acid-Fast Stain

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