A Microbiologist Makes a Fixed Smear of Bacterial Cells and Stains

question 62

Multiple Choice

A microbiologist makes a fixed smear of bacterial cells and stains them with Loeffler's methylene blue.All the cells appear blue under the oil lens.This is an example of

• A)negative staining.
• B)using an acidic dye.
• C)simple staining.
• D)using the acid-fast stain.
• E)capsule staining.

Identify different strategies plants use to fix carbon and the conditions under which they operate.

Explain the biochemical implications of atmospheric CO2 levels on plant photosynthesis and photorespiration.

Understand the theoretical considerations in engineering a plant for superior photosynthetic efficiency.

Identify the storage sites for starch in C4 plants.

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Definitions:

MMC

Maximum Material Condition; a feature size where it contains the maximum amount of material within the stated limits of size.

Perpendicularity

The state or condition of being perpendicular, meaning two lines or planes intersect at a right angle (90 degrees) to each other.

Tolerance of Form

Specifies the allowable deviation from the ideal shape of an object without specifying size, ensuring parts fit together correctly.

Tolerances of Size

Specifies the permissible limits of variation in an object's size, critical for ensuring parts fit together properly in manufacturing.