Learning Objectives:

• Understand the importance of bacterial growth for the investigation of pathological microorganisms.
• Work under aseptic techniques.
• Understand the concept of a single colony.
• Perform plate-streaking techniques.
• Use selective media for isolation purposes.

SOLUTION

Not all microorganisms cause disease. However, those that do are referred to as pathogens. There are beneficial microorganisms, including bacteria that maintain our digestive tract and those that are used to produce food, treat infections, and treat water. Bacteria are rather small in size and must be seen with a microscope. However, bacteria grow in colonies, or groups of billions when they have a good nutrition source.….Please click the icon below to access entire solution at $10