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The mordant used in Gram staining is
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Correct Answer:
Option
C
The mordant used in Gram staining is Iodine.
The mordant is Gram's Iodine. This binds to the crystal violet making a large complex that adheres to the cell membrane.
Gram's Iodine is allowed to sit for 30 seconds then the decolourizer, 95% ethanol is added.
The mordant is Gram's Iodine. This binds to the crystal violet making a large complex that adheres to the cell membrane.
Gram's Iodine is allowed to sit for 30 seconds then the decolourizer, 95% ethanol is added.
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