All Module Lab Exam
BIOD 171 Lab Exams 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
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BIOD 171 Essential Microbiology.
,LAB 1
Answer the following questions
1. What three elements are used in an autoclave to sterilize equipment?
heat, pressure, and steam
2. What is the minimum temperature an autoclave must be set at to achieve sterile
condition?
125°C
3. If you are working in a lab in which an autoclave is not available, and you are
pressed for time, which would you chose to best sterilize your equipment? Hot
steam or hot air? Explain why you chose your answer.
Hot steam is the best choice as you can achieve a sterile environment in a matter of minutes
whereas hot air will take several hours to achieve the same effect.
4. What type of incubator is pictured below?
Fixed incubator
, Answer Key
BIOD 171 Lab Exams 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Portage Learning
BIOD 171 Essential Microbiology.
,LAB 1
Answer the following questions
1. What three elements are used in an autoclave to sterilize equipment?
heat, pressure, and steam
2. What is the minimum temperature an autoclave must be set at to achieve sterile
condition?
125°C
3. If you are working in a lab in which an autoclave is not available, and you are
pressed for time, which would you chose to best sterilize your equipment? Hot
steam or hot air? Explain why you chose your answer.
Hot steam is the best choice as you can achieve a sterile environment in a matter of minutes
whereas hot air will take several hours to achieve the same effect.
4. What type of incubator is pictured below?
Fixed incubator
, Answer Key
