AGARS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a colloidal extract of algae

Example: used especially in culture media and as a gelling agent in foods

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

any culture medium that uses agar as the gelling agent

Synonyms

Nutrient agar, Agar, Agar-agar