Which of the following is an indirect method of measuring numbers of bacterial cells? A) a Coulter counter (B) a Petroff-Hausser chamber (C) microscopic cell count (D) turbidity measurements
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Turbidity measurements offer a fun way to gauge bacterial growth by assessing the cloudiness of a liquid culture. As bacteria multiply, they scatter light, resulting in increasing turbidity that can be correlated with cell density. This indirect approach gives researchers a quick snapshot of microbial presence without needing to count individual cells. On the flip side, less flashy methods like the Petroff-Hausser chamber and microscopic counts can feel more like a tedious task. Still, they offer a direct look at those tiny critters! While they require more meticulous work, they provide a definitive headcount, making them precise but less speedy than juggling those cloudy tubes.
