What nutrient is used to grow bacteria?

Question

There is a Biology activity that I know of and can't find out exactly how to mix the nutrients for the bacteria. I know Jello is involved. Can anyone else help? I know you can get the Agar, but I am not going to be able to get that. Thanks!!

Answer 1

You can use beef bouillon, sugar and gelatin.

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Answer 2

glucose + the critical elements, i forget what they are, but glucose is the main one.  :)

Answer 3

If you can't get any agar, then it would be possible to use gelatin. A very long time ago gelatin was used as the solidifying agent before agar. It isn't as strong or solid, and some bacteria can actually degrade the gelatin (unlike agar).

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