Differential Staining Techniques Quiz
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Which staining technique involves the application of a main stain, decolourization, and a counter-stain?

  • Differential staining (correct)
  • Negative staining
  • Simple staining
  • Gram staining
  • Which staining technique is commonly used to detect acid-fast bacteria, such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

  • Negative staining
  • Differential staining
  • Simple staining
  • Ziehl-Neelsen staining (correct)
  • Which staining technique is commonly used to differentiate bacteria based on their cell wall composition?

  • Negative staining
  • Differential staining
  • Simple staining
  • Gram staining (correct)
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    Staining Techniques

    • The Ziehl-Neelsen staining technique involves the application of a main stain, decolourization, and a counter-stain.
    • This technique is commonly used to detect acid-fast bacteria, such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
    • The Gram staining technique is commonly used to differentiate bacteria based on their cell wall composition.

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    Test your knowledge on the principles and application of differential staining techniques such as Gram stain and Ziehl-Neelsen stain. Learn about the main stain, decolourization, and the use of counter-stains in this quiz.

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