MDCAT Biology MCQ #76

To study the replication of the Polio virus in a lab, a scientist must provide which of the following culture media?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #76

  1. Question 1

    Q1. To study the replication of the Polio virus in a lab, a scientist must provide which of the following culture media?

    • A) Nutrient agar
    • B) Living tissue
    • C) Glucose solution
    • D) Sterile water

    Answer: Living tissue

    Explanation: Viruses are obligate intracellular parasites and only grow in living cells. Agar and nutrient broth only support independent organisms like bacteria.