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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Introduction to Chemical Bonding

Anatomy & Physiology

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Introduction to Chemical Bonding

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Which of the following staining procedures employs both a primary dye and a counterstain?

Negative staining

Acid-fast staining

Simple staining

Gram staining

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Understand the purpose of staining in microbiology: Staining is used to enhance the contrast of microscopic organisms, making them more visible under a microscope.

Identify the components of Gram staining: Gram staining involves the use of a primary dye, crystal violet, and a counterstain, safranin.

Learn the process of Gram staining: The procedure starts with the application of crystal violet, followed by iodine treatment, alcohol decolorization, and finally the application of safranin.

Recognize the role of each dye: Crystal violet stains all cells initially, while safranin is used to counterstain cells that have lost the initial dye during decolorization.

Understand the outcome: Gram-positive bacteria retain the crystal violet dye, appearing purple, while Gram-negative bacteria take up the safranin counterstain, appearing pink.