What would be the likely consequences of omitting the Mannitol in Mannitol Salt Agar? Why?
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MSA contains a high concentration of salt (7.5% NaCl) and mannitol as a fermentable carbohydrate. The high salt concentration in MSA inhibits the growth of most bacteria, making it selective for halotolerant or halophilic organisms like Staphylococcus species. Show more…
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