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Описание: Bacterial Culture Media: Classification, Types, Uses ...Culture media are substances used to cultivate microorganisms, providing the necessary nutrients for growth and reproduction. These media can be classified based on their physical state, nutritional components, and functional use. Common types include liquid media (broths), solid media (agar plates), and semi-solid media. They can also be categorized as basal, enriched, selective, differential, or transport media, each serving a specific purpose in microbiology.

. Based on Physical State:
Liquid Media (Broths):
These are fluid media without a solidifying agent, suitable for growing large quantities of microorganisms or for fermentation studies. Examples include nutrient broth and glucose broth.
Solid Media (Agar Plates):
Solid media contain agar, which provides a solid surface for bacterial colonies to grow on. Examples include nutrient agar and blood agar.
Semi-solid Media:
These have a lower agar concentration, allowing for the study of bacterial motility.
2. Based on Nutritional Components:
Simple Media:
Contain basic nutrients like peptone and meat extract, suitable for a wide range of bacteria.
Complex Media:
Contain additional ingredients like blood or serum, providing enriched growth conditions for specific bacteria.
Synthetic (Defined) Media:
Composed of pure chemicals with known concentrations, used when precise control over the medium's composition is needed.