Let us learn about Smear or Cells. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Preparation of Specimens 2. Fixation of Cells (Smear) On the Slides. Preparation of Specimens: Prior to staining, fix the material to be observed over the slide. If preparation is not fixed or sticked over the slide, the cells are washed off during staining procedure. [...]
The following points highlight the top five methods of preserving microbial culture. The methods are: 1. Agar Slant Cultures 2. Agar Slant Culture Covered with Oil (Parafin Method) 3. Saline Suspension 4. Preservation at Very Low Temperature 5. Preservation by Drying in Vacuum 6. Preservation by Freeze Drying (Byophilization). Preserving Microbial Culture: Method # 1. Agar Slant Cultures: All microbiology [...]
The following points highlight the top three types of Culture Media. The types are: 1. Physical Type of Culture Media 2. Chemical Types of Culture Media 3. Function Types if Culture Media! Culture Media: Type # 1. Physical Type of Culture Media: Liquid, semisolid and solid media are routinely used for growth of micro-organisms. (i) Liquid Media: It is also [...]