An Introduction to Practical Bacteriology (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Edgar March Crookshank

9780484591775: An Introduction to Practical Bacteriology (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484591770 ISBN 13: 9780484591775

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master the hands‑on methods of practical bacteriology with clear, step‑by‑step guidance.

This concise reference covers essential procedures for sampling, plate cultivation, tube cultivation, and microscopic examination, using the age‑old techniques that have shaped the study of bacteria. Suitable for students and practitioners, it presents real‑world methods in a manner that is direct and easy to follow.

From preparing sterile samples and handling water specimens to observing colonies and counting viable units, this edition emphasizes practical skills and careful observation. It balances description of equipment with the practical steps needed to obtain reliable results, all grounded in the experience of early bacteriology.

Techniques for preparing samples from water, including handling plugs, caps, and sterilised tools to avoid contamination.
Procedures for plate and test‑tube cultivation, including nutrient gelatine, agar‑agar, and potato cultures.
Guidance on microscopic examination, cover‑glass preparations, and interpreting colony morphology.
Tips on recording observations, counting colonies, and noting macroscopical and microscopical features.

Ideal for readers seeking a practical, historically grounded introduction to bacteriology and lab technique.

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