In a message dated 8/29/03 8:21:17 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
rena.cutrufelli@comcast.net writes:
> We used to remove our markings on agar
> plates for growing bacteria with alcohol
Wow, flashback for this Bio major. If the alcohol doesn't work, try a xylene-based latex paint remover like Goof Off. I haven't damaged any frame paint yet, but the usual "first test on an inconspicuous spot" disclaimer applies. Tom, are you going to the Cadieux to watch the races on Monday?
Ed Kasper
Detroit
(Haven't handled a Petri dish in years)