Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inoculum
Noun
/ɪˈnɒkjʊləm/
Definition
A substance used to introduce microorganisms into a culture medium.
Examples
- The inoculum should be prepared under sterile conditions to avoid contamination.
- During the experiment, the scientists monitored the growth of the bacteria after adding the inoculum.
- Inoculum size can significantly affect the outcome of microbial culture experiments.
Meaning
Inoculum generally refers to the material or agent introduced into a host to stimulate or trigger a biological response, particularly in the context of growing cultures or vaccines.
Synonyms
- Culture
- Agent
- Infection
- Infection dose
