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Sea Water Agar (Twin Pack)
- Brand: Micromaster
- Catalog No.: DM960-500g
- Quantity/Unit: 500g/Pack
- Usually Shipped in: 1-2 Weeks
Min Orderable Qty : 1 Pack
For lab/research use only, unless otherwise specified
Sea Water Agar (Twin Pack) is supplied by Micromaster. It consists of two packs, part A and part B. Part A is available in the form of a cream to yellow homogeneous free flowing powder whereas part B is available in the form of a white to cream homogenous free flowing powder. It is advisable to store this product below 30C in tightly closed container.
Quantity provided: 500 g/pack
Marine life represents a vast resource, providing food, medicine, and raw materials. It is also a source of halophilic bacteria. These bacteria contribute to the spoilage of marine fish and shellfish. Halophilic bacteria have complex ionic requirements and may require Mg++ and K+ in addition to sodium chloride for growth and proteolytic activity. Sea Water Agar is formulated as recommended by APHA for cultivation of marine microorganisms from sea foods.Part B composition acts as synthetic sea water to create conducive growth atmosphere. Yeast extract, beef extract and peptic digest of animal tissue provide nitrogenous compounds, vitamin B complex and other essential growth nutrients.