Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

Published by Wiley
ISBN 10: 1-11874-316-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-11874-316-4

Chapter 3 - Microscopy and Staining - Self Quiz - Page 75: 10

Answer

(b) Gram stain

Work Step by Step

Gram stain is used to classify microorganisms based on their cell wall contents. It uses iodine as a mordant which helps in retaining the stain of certain cells.
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