1927 | United States | Documentary

Bacteria, Pt. 1 of 2

  • English 7 mins
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Scientists are shown working in a bacteriological laboratory. The metaphor of growing plants in gardens is used to describe how scientists grow cultures of bacteria. The process is demonstrated. First, the culture media is made. All the equipment needed is displayed, and a scientists demonstrates the process. Next, growing the bacteria is demonstrated. Bacteria from vinegar, water, rich earth and dust are grown. The growth of bacteria through cell division is shown in high magnification.

Microbiology Education Culture Microscopy Bacteriology
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Wellcome Trust
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