Let's review. Decomposition reactions are a type of chemical reaction that involves breaking down a compound into smaller compounds or individual elements. These reactions often involve an input of energy in the form of heat, light, or electricity to break down the compounds.
Quick Answer. An enriched media in microbiology is one that has been supplemented by nutrient-rich materials such as blood or serum. It is used when the growth of specific organisms is desired. The media is supplemented with the nutrients that the organism needs. Continue Reading.
There are two major types of growth media: those used for cell culture, which use specific cell types derived from plants or animals, and microbiological culture, which are used for growing microorganisms, such as bacteria or yeast.