The Purpose of a Simple Stain is To

Question

The purpose of a simple stain is to
A) color specific components of specific elements.
B) color the forms and shapes present.
C) specifically identify an organism.
D) identify the types of DNA and RNA present in the nucleus of a cell.

Accepted Answer

The purpose of a simple stain is to color the forms and shapes present in a sample, making it easier to observe and study under a microscope. Simple stains typically use a single dye, such as crystal violet or methylene blue, to stain all components of the sample the same color. They do not provide specific identification of a particular organism or nucleic acid components.