need an explanation of how the gram stain is used and why it works. (this is not the gram stain procedure, but rather, how the dyes and steps work together to show Gram positive and Gram negative cell wall types)
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The procedure involves four main steps: crystal violet staining, iodine treatment, decolorization, and counterstaining with safranin. Here's how the dyes and steps work together to differentiate between Gram-positive and Gram-negative cell wall types: Show more…
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