College and University
Microbiology
Sterile technique and isolation practice with algae.
Students practice aseptic technique by streaking a mixed algae sample and isolating single strains. They then grow a culture and count it over time to see a growth curve.
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Where it fits
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Lab section
Aseptic technique and isolation
Where it fits: the early weeks on sterile handling, streak plates and pure cultures.
What the lab does: students isolate single algae strains from a mixed sample.
Lecture tie-in
Microbial growth
Where it fits: the growth curve part of the course.
What the lab does: students count a culture over time and fit a curve.
Note
Honest fit
Honest fit: partial. These labs use algae, not bacteria, so they teach the technique and the growth math but do not replace bacterial labs.
Kits for these lessons
Vendor:Algae Research Supply