DSE – 6A
APMB 352P Practicals – XIII: MICROBIAL DIVERSITY AND BACTERIAL PHYLOGENY (1 credit)
1. Microscopic observation of bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa.
2. Isolation and observation on a Gram positive bacteria.
3. Isolation and observation of a Gram negative bacteria.
4. Observation of morphologically distinct cyanobacteria.
5. Observation of morphologically distinct algal populations.
6. Observation of fungi and their types – spores.
7. Comparative observation of fungi and actinobacteria.
8. Isolation and observation of an Archaea.
9. Demonstrating the great plate count anomaly.
10. Visit to microbial rich environments like solar saltern, lakes and demonstrate the presence of distinct and conspicuous microorganisms.