Prepare and examine an animal cell using a light microscope (LC 2026) (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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What sample is used to observe animal cells in this procedure?
What sample is used to observe animal cells in this procedure?
Cells from inside of cheek
Why is a drop of water added to the unstained cell sample?
Why is a drop of water added to the unstained cell sample?
To prevent it from drying out
At what angle should the coverslip be placed when applying it?
At what angle should the coverslip be placed when applying it?
What is the purpose of lowering the coverslip at an angle with a mounted needle?
What is the purpose of lowering the coverslip at an angle with a mounted needle?
To prevent air bubbles forming
What stain is used to prepare a stained animal cell slide?
What stain is used to prepare a stained animal cell slide?
Methylene blue stain
What replaces water when preparing a stained cell sample?
What replaces water when preparing a stained cell sample?
Methylene blue solution
Which material is NOT mentioned as needed for this procedure?
Which material is NOT mentioned as needed for this procedure?
Petri dishes
What tool is used to support the coverslip whilst lowering it?
What tool is used to support the coverslip whilst lowering it?
Mounted needle
What is the first step in both the stained and unstained procedures?
What is the first step in both the stained and unstained procedures?
Set up the microscope
What is the final step after applying the coverslip?
What is the final step after applying the coverslip?
Examine slide and draw diagram