Practice - Cell Culture Medium
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Practice Questions
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What is cell culture medium?
💡 Hint: Think of it as food for cells.
Name two types of culture media.
💡 Hint: One comes from a living source while the other is chemically defined.
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What is a natural culture medium derived from?
💡 Hint: Think about what supports cell growth naturally.
True or False: Synthetic media are always cheaper than natural media.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the quality of the ingredients.
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Challenge Problems
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Explain how you would set up a cell culture experiment using synthetic media, focusing on maintaining sterility and preventing contamination.
💡 Hint: Consider every step from preparation to monitoring.
Compare and contrast the use of natural versus synthetic media in primary cell culture and established cell lines. Discuss the pros and cons of each.
💡 Hint: Think about the advantages and disadvantages each type presents in different scenarios.
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