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Read more DNA vs RNA: Simple Differences for Microbiology Students
When you’re first learning microbiology, all the talk of DNA and RNA can get confusing. They’re both nucleic acids, they both carry genetic information of some...
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Read more Gel Centrifuge: Principles, Uses, and Maintenance in Microbiology Labs
Introduction Gel centrifugation is a cornerstone technique for separating, purifying, and concentrating microbial samples. By applying high relative...
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Read more The Essential Guide to Heated Water Baths in Microbiology: Uses & Maintenance Tips
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Bacteriology
Read more Iron bacteria
These bacteria deposit iron and store iron as storage granules. These bacteria cause iron to react with oxygen and form rust. They form sticky slime layers that allow them to attach and grow. These bacteria oxidize dissolved ferrous in the surroundings and use energy to survive and grow in the environment.
Bacteriology
Read more What Kills Bacteria Fast? Bleach vs. Alcohol vs. Peroxide (Plus Fabrics & Food)
In a hypothetical scenario: You’ve just cut up some raw chicken, and now you’re eyeing the cutting board. Or maybe you’re tossing sweaty gym clothes and...
Bacteriology
Read more What Is a Bacterial Strain? (With Everyday Examples)
You’ve likely heard news about a “new strain of bacteria” causing an outbreak or read on a yogurt label that it contains Lactobacillus strain so-and-so. The...
Bacteriology
Read more Understanding the Olympus CH-2 Microscope: Parts and Labeled Diagrams
!Olympus CH-2 microscope labeled diagram/images/posts/Microscopediagram-223x300.png Overview of the Olympus CH‑2 Series Released in the late 1980s, the...
Bacteriology
Read more BV and Spotting: How Common Is It?
If you’ve been diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis BV and then notice a little bit of spotting, it’s natural to wonder if the two are related. Is it common to...
Bacteriology
Read more Bacteroides fragilis
Bacteroides fragilis is a Gram negative pleomorphic rod shaped bacteria. It is an obligate anaerobic, non-spore forming, non-motile bacterium. Bacteroides...
Bacteriology
Read more Stenotrophomonas maltophilia
Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is a multiple antibiotics resistant gram negative bacillus isolated from water and other environmental sources. It is an opportunistic pathogen with high morbidity and high mortality rate among hospitalised patients. It mostly causes diseases in hospitalised and immunocompromised patients. Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is an important causing nosocomial pathogen.
Bacteriology
Read more Iron bacteria in well water
These are the bacteria that can use iron and manganese from the water. These bacteria combine the oxygen and iron of the water and deposit it in the form of rust in water.
Instruments and Equipments
Read more Sampling Valves: Importance of Stainless Steel in Microbial Sampling ProcessesSamSampling Valves: Importance of Stainless Steel in Microbial Sampling Processes
Why Stainless Steel Sampling Valves Matter Stainless steel SS 316L offers 99.9% corrosion resistance against common cleaning agents and maintains surface...