Nitrate reduction testing. Flashcards

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What is nitrate reduction testing?

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Nitrate reduction testing is a test used to differentiate bacteria based on if they possess nitrate reductase.

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What is the basis of nitrate reduction testing?

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The basis of nitrate reduction testing is that nitrate is reduced by nitrate reductase and nitrite is produced which reacts with sulphanilic acid to produce a complex which reacts with alpha naphthol to produce a red precipitate.

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