How to Prepare LB Agar Plates
Solid LB medium for bacterial colony growth on plates
Components
| Chemical | Concentration |
|---|---|
| Tryptone | 10 g/L |
| Yeast extract | 5 g/L |
| NaCl | 10 g/L |
| Agar | 15 g/L |
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