The Petri Dish
Updated July 24, 2020 |
Infoplease Staff
The Question:
How did the petri dish get its name?
The Answer:
The petri dish, which is a small glass or plastic container used for growing bacteria and other microorganisms, was named after German bacteriologist Julius R. Petri (1852-1921).
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