This is a medium for the cultivation of yeasts and moulds. The high carbohydrate content is said to ensure rapid growth while the low pH (5.4) inhibits most bacteria. Malt extract agar can also be used for the cultivation of fungi although with the prolonged incubation necessary cultures may become overgrown by bacteria.
- Storage temperature: 2 to 8°C
- Appearance: firm gel
- Colour: pale brown
- Recommended incubation: aerobically at 25 to 30°C for 48 to 72 hours
- pH: 5.4 ± 0.2
- Plate size: 90mm
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