For isolation and detection of zinc solubilizing soil microorganisms.
Specifications
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
Description
A fine, free flowing, homogeneous powder
Color
Off white colored powder
Solubility
Soluble in Distilled / deionized water at 50˚C (2.75% w/v)
Color
Off white colored opalescent
Solidification
40 ˚C
Color
Off white colored opalescent gel
Contents
Ingredients
Gram/Litre
Dextrose
10.000
Ammonium Sulphate
1.000
Potassium Chloride
0.200
Magnesium Sulphate
0.200
Dipotassium Hydrogen Phosphate
0.100
Zinc Oxide
1.000
Agar
15.000
Directions
Dissolve 27.50 grams in 1000 ml distilled water. Boil to dissolve the medium
completely and sterilize by autoclaving at 15 lbs pressure (121°C) for 15 min, cool it to 42-45°C
and distribute aseptically in petri plates. Ensure complete solidification and inoculate test
sample aseptically.
