1. A microbial growth medium designed to encourage the growth of one type of org
ID: 167462 • Letter: 1
Question
1. A microbial growth medium designed to encourage the growth of one type of organism and inhibit the growth of others is called a ___________________ medium.
2. Three major types of genetic transfer are found in bacteria: ________________, in which a DNA molecule is taken up from the external environment and incorporated into the genome; ________________, in which donor DNA is transferred from one bacterial cell to another by direct contact; and _______________, in which DNA is transferred from one bacterial cell to another by a bacterial virus
Explanation / Answer
Ans 1 selective medium
The medium is designed as such, that only desired microorganism growth is observed. Addition of antibiotics in case of antibiotic resistant organisms, so that all other organisms cannot grow.
Related Questions
Navigate
Integrity-first tutoring: explanations and feedback only — we do not complete graded work. Learn more.