Test #3: Cell cultures Flashcards
1
Q
What is cell culture?
A
Cell culture is a process by which cells are reproduced outside the organism they come from.
2
Q
Why is cell culture done?
A
cell cultures are done to better understand how cells work.
3
Q
How are they used?
A
To test medications and beauty products. As well as to develop vaccines and to create tissues.
4
Q
What liquid or solid medium do cells need to grow?
A
water, minerals, glucose, etc.
5
Q
What are the original conditions of the cell’s environment so they can grow and reproduce properly?
A
temperature, humidity, pH, etc.
6
Q
Where must the work be done and what is added to the culture to prevent any bacterial contamination?
A
This work must be done in a sterile environment and adding antibiotics to the culture prevents any bacterial contamination.
