3 Questions
Which staining technique involves the application of a main stain, decolourization, and a counter-stain?
Differential staining
Which staining technique is commonly used to detect acid-fast bacteria, such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
Ziehl-Neelsen staining
Which staining technique is commonly used to differentiate bacteria based on their cell wall composition?
Gram staining
Study Notes
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.
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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