Lightly taping the lid of the Petri dish prevents microorganisms from the air from contaminating the culture.
Taping the lid of the Petri dish prevents microorganisms from the air from entering.
| Front | Why should the lid of the Petri dish be lightly taped on? |
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| Back | To stop microorganisms from the air getting in |
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