5 ways to grow bacteria, prepare cultures and petri dishes. Also learn about antibacterial agents, how bacteria can help/harm and more. Read HST's blog now!

Apr 12, 2025 · Ever wanted to grow bacteria for a science project or just for fun? It's surprisingly simple! All you need is some agar (a special gelatinous growing material), a number of sterilized Petri …

On solid media, a single microbe will grow and divide to produce a "colony," a spot of identical descendants. Different types of microbes produce colonies with different characteristics-shape, color, …

1- Preparing your agar solution: the first step is to take your bowl and mix in it 1.2 grams of agar powder and 60 milliliters of hot water until combined. Next, place the bowl in the microwave, and let it boil for …

There’s a tiny ecosystem inside the bottle, where all the bacteria and everything you put there affects one another. The bacteria need various things to live, such as sunlight, oxygen, newspaper, egg …

Feb 20, 2025 · Before you embark on your microbial adventure, you’ll need to gather a few essential supplies. Most of these can be found online or at educational supply stores. Petri Dishes: These are …

Want to see what's really living on your phone, keyboard, or doorknob? In this video, we'll show you how to safely and easily grow bacteria from everyday surfaces!

Dec 12, 2022 · Bacterial culture refers to the process of growing bacteria in or on a medium in a lab environment. The culturing parameters vary between the different bacterial species. One of the most …

Jun 22, 2025 · Bacterial culturing is the process of multiplying microorganisms in a controlled laboratory setting by providing them with a nutrient-rich environment. This technique allows scientists to grow …

Feb 21, 2025 · Welcome to the hidden world of microbes, where bacteria rule and science is at its coolest! If you’ve ever wondered how to grow bacteria in a Petri dish (and why it’s so fascinating), …