Used as a general-purpose growth medium for the cultivation of a wide range of non-fastidious microorganisms. Commonly applied in microbiology labs for the routine propagation of bacteria and fungi. Supports the growth of pathogens and opportunistic organisms for diagnostic procedures. Frequently used in educational settings for teaching basic microbiological techniques such as inoculation, incubation, and observation of microbial growth. Also utilized in quality control testing to assess the sterility of pharmaceuticals and medical devices by serving as a recovery medium for contaminating microbes. Can be modified with agar to prepare solid growth plates or used in liquid form for enrichment cultures.