In this article we will discuss about the staphylococci in milk:- 1. Occurrence of Staphylococci in Milk 2. Growth of Staphylococci in Milk 3. Thermal Destruction of Staphylococci in Milk 4. Interactions between Lactic Acid Bacteria and Staphylococci. Occurrence of Staphylococci in Milk: Raw milk may become, contaminated with staphylococci from several sources but the principal one is probably the [...]
In the laboratory, eight main types of instruments are used:- 1. Balance 2. Centrifuge 3. Hot Air Oven 4. Incubators 5. Water Bath 6. Microscope 7. Autoclave 8. Laminar Flow. By advancement in technology to make the laboratory testings more accurate, fast, reliable and cost effective, we require these instruments with its proper care and maintenance. Equipment # 1. Balance: [...]
Get a comprehensive overview of the role of first aid kits in microbiology laboratory and know about the various techniques used in case of burns and chemical injuries. I. Acid Burns: Nitric, Sulphuric, Hydrochloric and Trichloroacetic acids in all cases - Wash immediately with large quantities of water. Acid Splashes on the Skin: (a) Wash thoroughly and repeatedly with water. [...]