BIOD 171 Essential Microbiology Portage Learning Module 4 Exam Questions and Answers VERIFIED

BIOD 171 Essential Microbiology Portage Learning Module 4 Exam Questions and Answers VERIFIED True or False: Differential media is best suited for distinguishing between two similar species of bacteria. Correct! True Growth media does not contain restrictive factors, while selective media is best used to encourage the growth of one microbe while simultaneously discouraging the growth of the other. Since two similar species of microbes are being studied they must be differentiated under similar but just slightly different conditions (differential media). False Question 2 0 / 2 pts A researcher is asked to determine which of two vials contains E coli and which contains salmonella. Knowing both are Gram-negative while only one of them is capable of fermenting lactose, which type of media would be best suited? Growth media Correct Answer