Inoculation loop
An inoculation loop, also called a smear loop, inoculation wand or microstreaker, is a simple tool used mainly by microbiologists to retrieve an inoculum from a culture of microorganisms. The loop is used in the cultivation of microbes on plates by transferring inoculum for streaking. It can also be used to transfer microscopic organisms.[1]
It has a small loop with a diameter of about 5 mm. The loop of wire at the tip may be made of platinum, tungsten or nichrome.
The touches are not killed by the hot metal.
References
- ^ Thompson BF, Thompson R (2012). Illustrated Guide to Home Biology Experiments. Maker Media, Inc. p. 37. ISBN 978-1449396596.
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