The source of nutrients in nutrient agar is
A) agar.
B) nutrient.
C) peptone and beef extract.
D) peptone and NaCl.
E) agar and NaCl.

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Nutrient agar contains peptone and beef extract as sources of nutrients for microorganisms. Agar is added as a solidifying agent and NaCl may also be added as a supplement for certain types of microorganisms. However, the primary source of nutrients in nutrient agar is peptone and beef extract.

The Source of Nutrients in Nutrient Agar Is