Fig. 3B: Removing Bacteria from a Petri Plate

Before removing bacteria from the petri plate, first cool the loop by sticking it into the agar away from any growth. Scrape off a small amount of bacteria.

Gary E. Kaiser, Ph.D.
Professor of Microbiology
The Community College of Baltimore County, Catonsville Campus
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