2 Mannitol Salt Agar (MSA) is a selective/differential media that inhibits the growth of gram negative bacteria. Only a few bacteria can tolerate the 7.5% NaCl found within this media. The high salt content selects for Staphylococcus and a few salt tolerant enterococci.
What is CHAPS? CHAPS stands for Colorado Health Assessment and Planning System, and it provides a standard mechanism for assisting local public health agencies and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment in meeting assessment and planning requirements of the Public Health Act of 2008 (CRS 25-1-501 et seq.).
Challis. First put into production in Norwich, England during the 1900s, challis is a thin soft material that is matte in texture and rather pliable. Available in solids as well as printed options, French Challis is a specialty fabric with a brilliant finish. Originally manufactured as the contrary to crepe, this fabric has an easy drape and is often used for softer tops and light garments, not an ideal bottomweight.