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Storing bacteria cultures

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Hi, I am doing a science project that involves the use of E. coli bacteria. I have received my bacteria culture in test tube w/ broth. However, I do not plan on using the bacteria until 5 days later. So how do I store the bacteria? I read online (http://www.madsci.org/posts/archives/19 ... .Mi.r.html) that I should store the culture in a refrigerator set at 4 degrees Celsius. Is this correct?

Thank you for your help.
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Re: Storing bacteria cultures

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Hello
Yes,you are correct for short term storage the bacteria should be kept at four degree Celsius.
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