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What is the main objective of using a simple stain in microbiology?

To increase the size of microorganisms

To differentiate between gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria

To visualize the bacterial cells under a microscope

To provide a standardized and easily studied microorganism (correct)

Why is it necessary to use a light microscope in a Microbiology lab?

Microscopes enable scientists to see and study microorganisms with increased size (correct)

Microscopes allow for the differentiation of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria

Microscopes help in the classification of bacteria into two groups

Microscopes enhance the color of bacterial cells

When is immersion oil used in microscopy?

It is only used with the 100X lens (correct)

It is used with the 40X lens

It is used with the 10X lens

It is used with all lens magnifications

What is the principle of the Gram stain technique based on?

The ability of the bacterial cell wall to retain the crystal violet dye Signup and view all the answers

What color do gram-positive bacteria appear as under the microscope after the Gram stain?

Purple Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria in the Gram stain technique?

Gram-positive bacteria have a thicker peptidoglycan layer Signup and view all the answers

What happens if you lose focus in the 100X lens during microscopy?

You cannot go back to the 40X lens; only to 4X or 10X Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Gram stain technique?

To aid in the classification of bacteria into two groups; gram-positive and gram-negative Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for using a simple stain to visualize bacterial cells?

Bacterial cells are colorless and need staining to be visible under a microscope Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a light microscope in a Microbiology lab?

To enable the visualization and study of microorganisms Signup and view all the answers

Microbiology Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is the main objective of using a simple stain in microbiology?

Why is it necessary to use a light microscope in a Microbiology lab?

When is immersion oil used in microscopy?

What is the principle of the Gram stain technique based on?

What color do gram-positive bacteria appear as under the microscope after the Gram stain?

What is the main difference between gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria in the Gram stain technique?

What happens if you lose focus in the 100X lens during microscopy?

What is the purpose of the Gram stain technique?

What is the main reason for using a simple stain to visualize bacterial cells?

What is the main function of a light microscope in a Microbiology lab?

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