For the detection of gelatine liquefaction by proteolytic microorganisms.
Specifications
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
Description
A fine, free flowing, hygroscopic powder.
Color
Beige colored powder.
Solubility
Soluble in Distilled / de-ionized water at 50˚ C
Color
Light amber colored opalescent solution
pH
7.0 ±0.2 at 25˚C (128.00 g/ l)
Solidification
Semisolid, comparable with 12.0% gelatin agar
Color
Light amber colored opalescent gel
Contents
Ingredients
Gram/Litre
Peptone
5.0
Meat extract
3.0
Gelatin
120.0
Sodium chloride
30.0
pH at 25˚C
7.0±0.2
Directions
Dissolve 158.00 grams in 1000 ml distilled water. Boil to dissolve the medium
completely and sterilize by autoclaving at 15 lbs pressure (121°C) for 15 min, cool it to 42-45 °C
and distribute aseptically in desired. Ensure complete solidification and inoculate test sample
aseptically.
