Friday, April 3, 2009

Genus: Bacillus

Catalase Production Test

Medium: Nutrient agar
Reagent: Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2)
Source: Soil

Results:
  • Positive (+) Reaction — Bubbles of oxygen gas on plate indicate a catalase production
  • Negative (-) Reaction — No bubbles indicates no catalase production
H2O2 Reagent