Culturing and biotechnology
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Dilution plating
Step by step instructions with diagrams.
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Direct counts
Lots of information here on bacterial growth and how to count them.
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Effect of pH on growth rate
Includes a virtual experiment looking at the effect of pH on bacterial growth.
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Effect of temperature on growth rate
Discusses effect of temperature on growth rates of different types of bacteria – includes a “virtual experiment” which allows data collection.
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Haemocytometry
Information and pictures on how to use a haemocytometer.
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How to streak a plate
Animation on aseptic technique.