Description
Yeast Extract is a molecular biology grade nutrient powder prepared from autolyzed yeast cells, providing a rich source of amino acids, peptides, vitamins, carbohydrates, and growth factors for microbial cultivation. It is one of the two core components of LB broth, 2xYT, and Terrific Broth, and is widely used as a standalone supplement to enrich custom bacterial growth media or boost nutrient availability in fermentation applications.
Technical Specifications:
- Format: Powder
- Package size: 500g
- Solubility: Readily soluble in water
- pH: 6.7 ± 0.2 at 25°C
- Light brown to brown color
Composition Components:
- Amino acids
- Peptides
- Vitamins
- Carbohydrates
- Growth factors
- Trace nutrients
Research Applications:
- Bacterial culture media
- Fermentation processes
- Culture media enrichment
- Microbial growth studies
- Industrial fermentation
- Protein expression systems
Usage Guidelines:
- Standard media component
- Media supplementation
- Custom formulation additive
- Bacterial growth enhancement
- Nutrient supplementation
Storage Requirements:
- Store at room temperature
- Keep container tightly sealed
- Protect from moisture
- Protect from light
- Avoid temperature extremes
