Question

How can we identify Saccharomyces cerevisiae? Please discuss how to do this visually through stains, biochemically and/or through media preference.

Answer 1

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Saccharomyces cerevisiae can exist in two different forms: haploid or diploid. It is usually found in the diploid form. (11). The diploid form is ellipsoid-shaped with a diameter of 5-6um, while the haploid form is more spherical with a diameter of 4um.