The Most Important Aspect of Agar That Makes It a Useful

question 20

Multiple Choice

The most important aspect of agar that makes it a useful ingredient for solidifying media for bacterial culture is

• A)It provides an excellent nitrogen source for bacteria.
• B)Bacteria are unable to break it down so it stays solidified.
• C)It melts at 100^oC and solidifies at temperatures below 50^oC.
• D)It provides an excellent carbon and energy source for bacteria.

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