Culturing Bacteria in a Petri dish With Agar; an experiment/observation
Today's post is quite different from the usual;
So, we had to do a project in the educational institution I study in; Which was growing bacteria in a Petri dish with agar.
Today, the results came in, but our professor insisted that we have to throw the dishes in the bin. I didn't give up there; after talking to her for a short amount of time, she accepted that I can take the dish with me to my flat, and have a look at it with microscope.
I still cannot comprehend why other students were disgusted by them; they are beyond wonderful.
Allow me to explain this astonishing journey:
What exactly is agar?
Well, agar, derived from the minute aquatic organism known as seaweed or algae, specifically the types Gelidium or Gracilaria, is a widely employed gelling agent. Found abundantly in the coastal regions of East Asia, particularly Japan and South Korea, it undergoes a process of cleaning and extraction to obtain agar in its usable forms of dry strips, flakes, or powdered consistency.
Now, when it comes to the realm of cell and bacterial culture, agar assumes a pivotal role as a solidifying and gelling medium within culture media. Its remarkable gel-forming properties allow for the creation of a three-dimensional matrix, offering an ideal environment for the growth and sustenance of cells and bacteria alike. Nutrients and metabolites find efficient transfer within this agar-based culture medium, while its structural integrity ensures the confinement of cells to designated areas.
Agar's utilization in cell and bacterial culture provides a multitude of advantages, including its ease of implementation, stability, and facilitation of cell separation procedures. The versatility of agar finds application in diverse fields, from microbiology to biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.
Bacteria can be found on any surface, anywhere.
I decided to pick them up from my shoe soles.
After extracting bacteria from the soles of the shoes, I cultured them in an agar-containing Petri dish. After one week, I observed bacterial and fungus growth in this environment. Here are some images I captured with my microscope:
hi! love your blog, it's really fun to read the daily stories of you guys. it would be wonderful if you write more details and dialogues between you and Nirvana(I really need longer posts they are wonderful)
btw i had a small question, what is Nirvana like in person? (please say all the good and bad qualities I love to watch you guys have a friendly fightt lmaoo - pardon me they are too funny to read)
Hello ! I'll certainly take your thoughts into consideration in the future.
Now, regarding Nirvana, I must admit she is an exceptionally intelligent individual. However, I must say that she is an anti-social person and a little annoying (maybe more) because she doesn't know that she shouldn't express all her deductions in any situation. In the real sense,she can understand everything from other persons with a single glance. Sometimes, she says things that I initially believe are mere fabrications but to my surprise, they were true ... (at times her words force me to get us out of that place.)
On another note, she seems to be constantly bored, even when she has a lot of unfinished tasks throughout the day. when we're apart, she never fails to remind me of this through text messages. I'm at a loss as to how to address this issue but it has almost become a normal part of my life.
Despite her quirks, Nirvana is involved in a wide array of activities, and she excels in many of them. Whether it's playing the violin, writing poetry, or cooking, she brings a unique perspective and innovative ideas to everything she undertakes. It's these qualities that make her endeavors special and one-of-a-kind.
In summary, while she can be challenging to deal with at times, there's no denying her remarkable intelligence and her ability to make a lasting impression in almost every thing.
Yes, you have a knack for being rather annoying, I must say (well, more often than not). As for the nickname I bestowed upon you, I have no intention of writing about it ... However, I'm genuinely curious as to why you actually liked it ?
Now, if you're interested in discussing about me ... I suppose I can be the one asking you the question. So , what am i like in person ?
Trust me , there's no need for you to divulge personal details or dig into all the deductions you made .
