Culturing Microorganisms Crossword

This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Microbiology has 12 clues. Answers range from 3 to 13 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.

method of multiplying microorganisms in a predetermined condition
What are bacteria grown in?
name of phase when organisms are adjusting to their surroundings
what is the introduction of microorganisms to a sterile medium called?
if this rises too much, enzymes become denatured
how many stages are there in the growth curve?
what does a petri dish contain?
what technique reduces the likelihood of contaminating the medium?
what can you use to sterilise equipment used in sterilisation?
what is a good nutrient source to culture microorganisms effectively?
what should be sealed when inoculating agar?
the industrial use of living organisms to produce food, drugs or other prodcuts