Question

Role of subculturing in preservation of microbial cultures

Answer 1

Normally in laboratories, the pure cultures are transferred periodically onto or into a fresh medium (subculturing) to allow continuous growth and viability of microorganisms. The transfer is always subject to aseptic conditions to avoid contamination.

Answer 2

Answer:

conservation of microbial communities and their ecosystem should be given high priority. ... patterns of microorganisms has played a pivotal role in the ... interval of sub-culturing.