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Pour Plate Method
Summary
The
pour plate method
is a
microbiological technique
used to isolate and
quantify microorganisms
in a sample by
mixing the sample with molten agar
and
allowing colonies to form
as the
agar solidifies
. This method is particularly useful for
counting viable cells
and can help
distinguish between aerobic and anaerobic bacteria
based on their
growth patterns within the agar medium
.
Relevant Degrees
Microbiology 70%
Analytical Chemistry 20%
Solid Food Production and Preservation 10%
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