Microbiology Techniques: Hanging Drop Slide
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What is the purpose of an autoclave in a laboratory setting?

  • To contain liquids during centrifugation
  • To determine if an item has gone through the sterilization process
  • To decontaminate biological waste and sterilize lab equipment (correct)
  • To measure and transfer liquids in small amounts
  • Which instrument is used for measuring and transferring liquids in small amounts?

  • Droppers (correct)
  • Centrifuge tubes
  • Cover slips
  • Glass slides
  • What does autoclave tape indicate after exposure to specific temperature?

  • Presence of microorganisms
  • Changes color to illustrate sterilization completion (correct)
  • Used to transfer liquid samples
  • Solid parts of the sample collected
  • Why are most centrifuge tubes designed with conical bottoms?

    <p>To help collect solid or heavier parts of the sample</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which laboratory instrument is essential for specimen transfers and mixing solutions?

    <p>Applicator sticks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of cover slips in the laboratory setting?

    <p>Cover specimens placed on microscope slides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which instrument is used to determine if an item has been sterilized?

    <p>Autoclave tape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a dropper in a laboratory?

    <p>To measure and transfer liquids in small amounts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are glass slides essential in a laboratory?

    <p>To cover specimens for study under a microscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of applicator sticks in laboratory applications?

    <p>For specimen transfers and mixing solutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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