WorksheetsIntroductory Bacterial Conjugation
Total questions: 5
Worksheet time: 3mins
Which material is shared between two groups in the experiment?
3 sterile inoculating loops
LB plate
E. coli Strain I liquid culture
Permanent marker
In Table 1, what symbol is used to indicate bacterial growth?
(+)
(-)
(x)
(*)
What is the first step in using a new loop and the liquid culture of Strain II?
Place a drop of Strain II 1 inch from the drop of Strain I
Place a drop of Strain II 1/2 inch from the drop of Strain I
Mix Strain I and Strain II directly
Dispose of the loop immediately.
What should be done with the loops after use?
Wash and reuse them
Dispose of them in a disposal container
Leave them on the table
Use them for another experiment.
Fill in the blank: Incubate the plates overnight at ___, or for 24–48 hours at room temperature.
25°C
37°C
50°C
100°C
