Cell Biology Lab Tools and Techniques Quiz

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What is the purpose of fixation in histology?

To make tissues transparent
To preserve tissues and prevent post-mortem changes (correct)
To enhance the color of tissues
To increase the magnification of tissues

What is the function of a microtome in histology?

To make tissues transparent
To magnify the image of tissues
To stain tissues with different colors
To section paraffin-embedded tissues for light microscopy (correct)

What is the purpose of staining in histology?

To prevent tissues from decaying
To make tissues rigid
To enhance the contrast and visibility of tissues (correct)
To increase the size of tissues

What is the function of the base in a light microscope?

To provide a flat structure to fix the microscope to a substratum (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the slide cover in light microscopy?

To protect the specimen on the slide (A) Signup and view all the answers

Microtome is used for sectioning paraffin-embedded tissues for electron microscopy.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Bright Field Microscopy is also known as Compound microscopy.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Staining is the process of preventing post-mortem changes in tissues.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

The purpose of the slide cover in light microscopy is to flatten the specimen.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

The purpose of the base in a light microscope is to carry the microscope around.

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Study Notes

Histology

Fixation in histology preserves tissue architecture and prevents decay and autolysis.
A microtome is used for sectioning paraffin-embedded tissues, typically for light microscopy, not electron microscopy.
Staining in histology is a process that enhances contrast and visibility of tissue structures under a microscope.
In a light microscope, the base provides stability and support for the instrument.

Light Microscopy

Bright Field Microscopy is another term for Compound microscopy, which uses a compound lens system to magnify specimens.
The slide cover in light microscopy protects the objective lens from the specimen and prevents it from coming into contact with the slide.

Note: The incorrect statements in the original text are corrected and rewritten in the study notes to ensure accuracy and clarity.

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Test your knowledge of cell biology lab tools and techniques in this quiz. Learn about histology, microtome usage, tissue fixation, embedding, and staining for light microscopy. Brush up on your understanding of these essential tools and techniques used in cell biology research.