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In microbiology, an incubator is a device for controlling the temperature, humidity, and other conditions in which a [[microbiological culture]] is being grown. The simplest incubators are insulated boxes with an adjustable heater, typically going up to 60-65°C (140-149°F), though some can go slightly higher (generally to no more than 100°C). More elaborate incubators can also include the ability to lower the temperature (via refrigeration). They can also include the ability to control humidity or [[CO2]] levels. |
In microbiology, an incubator is a device for controlling the temperature, humidity, and other conditions in which a [[microbiological culture]] is being grown. The simplest incubators are insulated boxes with an adjustable heater, typically going up to 60-65°C (140-149°F), though some can go slightly higher (generally to no more than 100°C). More elaborate incubators can also include the ability to lower the temperature (via refrigeration). They can also include the ability to control humidity or [[CO2]] levels. |
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Most incubators include a timer; some can be programmed to cycle through different temperatures, humidity levels, etc. |
Most incubators include a timer; some can also be programmed to cycle through different temperatures, humidity levels, etc. |
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Revision as of 16:35, 8 December 2005
In microbiology, an incubator is a device for controlling the temperature, humidity, and other conditions in which a microbiological culture is being grown. The simplest incubators are insulated boxes with an adjustable heater, typically going up to 60-65°C (140-149°F), though some can go slightly higher (generally to no more than 100°C). More elaborate incubators can also include the ability to lower the temperature (via refrigeration). They can also include the ability to control humidity or CO2 levels.
Most incubators include a timer; some can also be programmed to cycle through different temperatures, humidity levels, etc.