Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is not true about agar?

  1. It is a polysaccharide.

  2. It liquefies at 100 degree celsius.

  3. It solidifies at approximately 40 degree celsius.

  4. It is metabolised by few bacteria.

  5. It is a source of nutrients in culture media.
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E Correct answer
Explanation

It acts as a solidifying agent in culture media and does not serve as a source of nutrients.

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