25g of Dehydrated MacConkey Agar Powder - Makes 500mL of Agar Solution

MacConkey agar is specific in the differentiation between lactose fermenting or non-fermenting organisms. Lactose fermenting colonies appear red to pink in colonies. Lactose non-fermenting bacteria appear as colorless colonies. MacConkey agar is good for gram negative and coliforms. This product comes in an easy to use, pre-measured packet with the proper amount of agar product to make 500mL of finished solution. Preparation of the solution requires the use of some laboratory equipment such as a hot plate or lab burner. You are purchasing one packet.