Culture Media: Agar is a common culture media that is used to grow microbes ... At room temperature, agar is neither soluble in water nor in inorganic and organic solvents. It is only slightly soluble ...

3. Drain agar strips, place in pot, add water and sugar and place on medium heat. When it comes to a boil, simmer on low heat for about 2 minutes while mixing. Strain agar liquid through sieve ...