Define differential media
DIFFERENTIAL MEDIA:
It is also called as indicator media. The main aim of this media is to differentiate one species of bacteria from others based on the biochemical characteristics of the microorganisms growing in the media. This media should be provided with specific nutrients or indicators such as phenol red, methylene blue,eosin. This helpful in visibly defining the characteristics of microorganisms. It is also used to finding unknown bacteria.
Examples of differential media:
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