Question

question 9 (1 point)
the primary purpose of differential staining is to:
differentiate organisms based on structural or chemical properties
increase contrast without distinguishing types
magnify specimens under the microscope
kill microorganisms on a slide
question 10 (1 point)
which dye is the primary stain in the acid - fast procedure?
carbolfuchsincarbol fuschin
methylene blue
malachite green
safranin

Explanation:

Differential staining uses different dyes to highlight differences in organisms' structural or chemical properties. In the acid - fast staining procedure, carbolfuchsin is the primary stain that binds to the waxy cell walls of acid - fast bacteria.

Answer:

Question 9: Differentiate organisms based on structural or chemical properties
Question 10: Carbolfuchsin