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MIC 121 Mcb compilations Objective Question
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Which of the following is true about simple staining?
Options
A It uses dyes like India ink or Nigrosin
B It requires two different dyes
C It produces color contrast and imparts the same color to all bacteria in the smear
Correct Answer
D It does not require making a smear
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Simple staining involves using a single basic dye to stain all cells in a smear the same color, making them visible and providing contrast against the background. Options A refers to negative staining, B to differential staining, and D is incorrect as a smear is always required.

Hint

Simple staining aims to make cells visible under a microscope by uniformly coloring them.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: Mcb compilations
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 838 of 984
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