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4.6: Agar Cubes (Preparation)

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Procedures

  1. Prepare a 2% solution of agar.
    • Mix 20 g of agar with 1 L of distilled water.
  2. Heat almost to a boil. Stir frequently until the solution is clear.
  3. Remove from heat and add 10 mL of 1% phenolphthalein solution.
    • 1 g phenolphthalein in 100 mL 95% ethanol (If pink, titrate with HCl until clear.)
  4. Pour agar into a shallow tray to a depth of 3 cm and allow it to set (overnight).

Silicone Ice-cube trays can be used. It is difficult to find them in the appropriate metric measurements. 3 cm cubes are approximately 1.2 inches and there are molds for this.


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