Aseptic Technique

Question 1

Aseptic technique

Answer 1

Method used by scientists to study bacteria + other microbes effectively

Question 2

Where is aseptic technique used

Answer 2

Hospitals, science labs, pharmacies, environmental health laboratories

Question 3

Measures taken when working under aseptic conditions

Answer 3

Working alongside Bunsen burner (causes air nearby work area to increase, reducing accidental airborne microbes contaminating cultures)

Flame neck of bottle of agar

Ensure Petri dish isn’t open for long when putting agar in it so pathogens don’t come in contact with agar