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Agar

Verb / ˈeɪgɜ: / Another word for agar — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Agar is a substance used in laboratories to grow bacteria and other microorganisms.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. The agar in the petri dish helped the scientist grow the bacteria.
  2. The bacteria thrived on the agar in the lab.
  3. The agar plate was used to isolate the bacterial colonies.
  4. The microbial culture was grown on agar.
  5. The agar medium provided the nutrients for the bacteria to grow.

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  • "Science is a beautiful gift to humanity; we should not distort it." - A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
  • "The scientific theory I like best is that the rings of Saturn are composed entirely of lost airline luggage." - Mark Russell
  • "The best thing about science is that it's true whether or not you believe in it." - Neil deGrasse Tyson

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