MediaPreparationSterilization.pptVIP

General Microbiology Laboratory Media Preparation Sterilization Mohammed Laqqan Medium : a nutrient blend used to support microbial growth. There are three physical forms of media, broth, solid, and semisolid. Solid media are more versatile in their usage. Promote surface growth Used to isolate pure cultures Ideal for culture storage Helpful in the observation of biochemical reactions Used to make slants, deeps, and plates (named by medium) Mohammed Laqqan A medium is sterilized (living organisms removed) before usage in the lab. Sterilization methods include; autoclaving, dry-heat, filt