GRAM'S IODINE STAINING SOLUTION For Microscopical Staining

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GRAM'S IODINE STAINING SOLUTION For Microscopical Staining Specification

Appearance
Dark brown liquid solution

Application
Microscopical staining for Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria

Poisonous
YES

Shape
Not Applicable (Liquid)

Grade
Laboratory/Microscopy Grade

Properties
Contains iodine; exhibits staining properties for microbiological use

Melting Point
Not Applicable (liquid solution)

Purity
Not Applicable (Mixture; typically prepared as needed for staining concentrations)

Structural Formula
Not Applicable (Mixture of elemental iodine and potassium iodide solution)

Usage
Used in microbiological studies to differentiate bacterial cell walls as part of Gram staining

Taste
Not Applicable

Ph Level
Around 6 to 7

Molecular Weight
Approx. 253.81 g/mol (for iodine only)

Refractive Rate
Not Applicable

Physical Form
Liquid solution

Smell
Mild iodine smell

CAS No
7553-56-2 (for iodine) 7681-11-0 (for potassium iodide)

Solubility
Soluble in water

Shelf Life
1-2 years if stored appropriately

HS Code
3822.00.90

EINECS No
231-442-4 (for iodine) 231-659-4 (for potassium iodide)

Ingredients
Iodine Potassium Iodide Distilled/Deionized Water

Density
1.01 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Storage
Store in a cool dry and dark place away from light and heat

Molecular Formula
I2 + KI + H2O

About GRAM'S IODINE STAINING SOLUTION For Microscopical Staining

Grams Iodine Staining Solution is a laboratory/microscopy grade liquid solution used for microscopical staining of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. Formulated with iodine, potassium iodide, and distilled/deionized water, this staining solution exhibits staining properties essential for microbiological studies. With a density of 1.01 g/cm3 and a shelf life of 1-2 years when stored appropriately, this dark brown solution is soluble in water and has a mild iodine smell. It is commonly employed in differentiating bacterial cell walls during Gram staining procedures. With a pH level around 6 to 7, this staining solution is a crucial tool for microbiologists and researchers.