#B2.4.1
a) describe ways in which diseases, including plant diseases, can be detected and identified, in the lab and in the field
b) describe how to use a light microscope to observe microorganisms
PAG1
#B2.4.2
describe and explain the aseptic techniques used in culturing organisms
PAG7
#B2.4.3
calculate cross-sectional areas of bacterial cultures and of clear zones around antibiotic discs on agar jelly using \(πr^2\)
PAG7
#B2.4.4
describe how monoclonal antibodies are produced
including the following steps:
- antigen injected into an animal
- antibody-producing cells taken from animal
- cells producing the correct antibody selected then cultured
#B2.4.5
describe some of the ways in which monoclonal antibodies can be used in diagnostic tests