Upload NowThe following points highlight the top eight biochemical tests for bacteria. The tests are: 1. Carbohydrate Fermentation 2. Triple Sugar Iron Agar Test 3. IMVIC Test 4. Hydrogen Sulphide Test 5. Urease Test 6. Catalase Test 7. Oxidase Test 8. Nitrate Reduction Test. Biochemical Test # 1. Carbohydrate Fermentation: Different microorganisms utilise carbohydrates in various […]
Biochemical Tests for Bacteria: 8 Tests | Microbial Biotechnology
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Measuring the Growth of Bacteria | Microbial Biotechnology
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In this article we will discuss about the principle, requirements and procedure for measuring the growth of bacteria by spectrophotometric method. Principle: This method relates cell number to turbidity of a broth culture. Turbidity or optical density (OD) is directly proportional to cell concentration. Requirements: 1. 10-12 hour E. coli broth culture maintained at lag […]
Isolation of Bacteria in Soil | Microbial Biotechnology
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In this article we will discuss about the isolation of bacteria present in soil:- 1. Methods of Isolation 2. Observation of Bacteria 3. Staining of Bacteria 4. Staining Procedure 5. Staining of Spore 6. Staining of Capsule 7. Staining of Flagella. Methods of Isolation: Bacteria present in soil can be isolated by several methods. However, […]