Multiple Choice
The most important aspect of agar that makes it a useful ingredient for solidifying media for bacterial culture is
A) It provides an excellent nitrogen source for bacteria.
B) Bacteria are unable to break it down so it stays solidified.
C) It melts at 100oC and solidifies at temperatures below 50oC.
D) It provides an excellent carbon and energy source for bacteria.
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