A Selective Growth Medium

Question

A selective growth medium
A) allows only certain bacteria to grow.
B) allows all bacteria to grow.
C) allows no bacteria to grow.
D) accentuates differences between the growing bacteria.
E) is cultured anaerobically.

Accepted Answer

A selective growth medium is specifically designed to allow only certain bacteria to grow, while inhibiting the growth of others. This is achieved by including specific nutrients or chemicals that target the growth of particular bacterial species or groups. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.