Phenol Red (PR) Broth is a differential test medium prepared as a base to which a carbohydrates is added. Included in the base medium are peptone and the pH indicator phenol red. We will inoculate PR Glucose Broths with three organisms to determine their fermentation characteristics. Q1. Suppose you innoculate […]

·    Water Discussion Topic  One student looked at the relationship between photosynthesis and respiration and thought that plants could survive without animals.  How are carbon dioxide and oxygen used by plants and animals? Does this have an impact on whether plants need animals?  Are there any circumstances other than metabolism […]

In common wheat kernel color varies from red to white, the genes for kernel color acting additively. Phenotypic classification of segregating progenies between red and white kernel varieties is possible. a) A cross is made between a dark red kernel R1R1R2R2 and a white kernel r1r1r2r2 variety. Give the genotype […]

1. Describe the process of protein digestion in the stomach and in the small intestine. Include the roles of hydrochloric acid, pepsin, proteases, and peptidase in your answer. 2. How can vegetarians meet their protein needs without eating meat? Explain how protein deficiency can develop in vegetarians. 3. How might […]