Practicals Flashcards
1
Q
What term described the pH at which a soluble protein has no net charge and will precipitate out of solution
A
Isoelectric point
2
Q
What term describes the process whereby scientists identify control measures to minimise risk from hazards?
A
risk assessment
3
Q
Outline the two main steps of the SDS-PAGE process which allows proteins to be separated by size alone.
A
molecules are given an equally negative charge and denatured.
4
Q
What is a haemocytometer used for?
A
To estimate cell numbers in a liquid culture.
5
Q
What substance, containing growth factors, must be added to culture medium for successful growth of animal cells?
A
serum
6
Q
Why are aseptic techniques used when performing cell culture?
A
Eliminates unwanted microbial contaminants/prevent contamination.
