Question

which step in gram staining uses safranin? rinse with alcohol decolorize the cells counterstain the cells

Explanation:

In gram - staining, after decolorization, safranin is used to counterstain the cells. Gram - negative bacteria which lose the primary stain (crystal violet - iodine complex) during decolorization take up the safranin and appear pink or red, while gram - positive bacteria retain the primary stain and appear purple.

Answer:

counterstain the cells