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Micro-organisms often absorb water through a process called osmosis, where water molecules pass through their cell membranes from an area of high water concentration to an area of low water concentration. Some micro-organisms, like bacteria, may also actively transport water into their cells using specialized proteins or channels.
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Does freezing streile water?
Freezing sterile water will not kill any microorganisms that may be present in the water. Freezing can actually preserve these microorganisms until the water is thawed. To eliminate microorganisms, water needs to be sterilized through methods such as boiling or using chemical disinfectants.
What are the Microorganisms that live in pond water?
Pedo bear
How can you purify water that has been contaminated with salt and microorganisms?
You can separate the water from the mixture through evaporation.
Something that can carry nitrogen compounds and harmful microorganisms into the water supply is also known as?
A pollutant, such as fertilizer runoff or untreated sewage, can carry nitrogen compounds and harmful microorganisms into the water supply, impacting water quality and ecosystem health.
Why is distilled water used in the preparation of culture media?
Distilled water is free from impurities and minerals, which could interfere with the growth of microorganisms in culture media. Using distilled water ensures that the composition of the culture media is consistent and provides an optimal environment for the growth of microorganisms.
Why microorganisms have a hard time with salt?
Salt absorb water and without water microorganisms are killed.
Why is it free from diseases and microorganisms?
why ground water free from diseases and microorganisms?
What microorganisms live in salt water?
Many microorganisms are found naturally in fresh and saltwater.
Why isn't water used to preserve microorganisms in the lab?
All of the microorganisms would absorb the water, and become corrupted because of the microorganism's that water itself contains.
What did you learn about pond water?
It is water in a ditch with many microorganisms in them.
Why aren't microorganisms in tap water?
Most tap water is treated to remove microorganisms through filtration and disinfection processes. This ensures that the water is safe for consumption and reduces the risk of waterborne diseases caused by microorganisms.
What microorganisms can be found in tap water?
Protozoa.
What process kills the microorganisms?
Hot water.
Which type of water doesn't contain any microorganisms?
Distilled water
Does freezing streile water?
Freezing sterile water will not kill any microorganisms that may be present in the water. Freezing can actually preserve these microorganisms until the water is thawed. To eliminate microorganisms, water needs to be sterilized through methods such as boiling or using chemical disinfectants.
Does water get sterile when cold?
No. Chilling water can slow the growth of microorganisms, but it does not sterilize the water.
Why does it help to have some microorganisms living in the pond?
It helps because microorganisms are small so it will be easier to see in water
