A selective growth medium
A) allows only certain bacteria to grow.
B) allows all bacteria to grow.
C) allows no bacteria to grow.
D) accentuates differences between the growing bacteria.
E) is cultured anaerobically.

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A selective growth medium is a type of culture medium that is designed to support the growth of only specific types of microorganisms while inhibiting the growth of others. This is achieved by incorporating specific nutrients or additives that favor the growth of the desired microorganisms and inhibit the growth of others. Therefore, option A, which states that a selective growth medium allows only certain bacteria to grow, is the best choice.

A Selective Growth Medium