Consider the following:

  1. Bacteria
  2. Fungi
  3. Virus

Which of the above can be cultured in artificial/synthetic medium?

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2021 Prelims]

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3


Answer: (a)        

Explanation:

To isolate, identify, and study the characteristics of microorganisms, it is essential to growing them on artificial media.

  • Some bacteria can be grown in an artificial medium but some cannot. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
  • Fungi can be grown in an artificial medium.Hence, statement 2 is correct.
  • Unlike bacteria and fungi, viruses need a living host to grow. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.

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