Belton Quiz (Dilutions) Flashcards
1
Q
State the dilution factor formula
A
D.F. = V2/V1 = C1/C2
Once you find V2 needed to dilute, do V2 - V1 and add that much of water, and let the difference be the stock you are diluting
2
Q
Describe serial dilutions
A
100 D.F. = 10 uL
10 D.F. = 100 uL
3
Q
How do you find cells/mL given volume of plate and number of colonies?
A
1 colony = 1 cell
Cells/mL x dilution concentration
