Which Is the Correct Order for the Application of Reagents

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which is the correct order for the application of reagents in the Gram stain?

• A) Safranin, crystal violet, alcohol/acetone, iodine
• B) Crystal violet, safranin, iodine, alcohol/acetone
• C) Crystal violet, alcohol/acetone, iodine, safranin
• D) Crystal violet, iodine, alcohol/acetone, safranin
• E) Iodine, safranin, crystal violet, alcohol/acetone

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