A METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE OXYGEN CONSUMPTION OF A SINGLE CELL

Abstract

1. A method for measuring the O₂ consumption of a single cell is described. The cell is placed in a capillary tube adjacent to a bubble of air. KOH (5 per cent) is drawn in on the opposite side of the air and both ends of the tube are sealed with mineral oil. The decrease in the volume of the gas, representing the O₂ consumed, is followed.