GRAM'S IODINE STAINING SOLUTION For Microscopical Staining

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GRAM'S IODINE STAINING SOLUTION For Microscopical Staining Specification

Poisonous
YES

Smell
Mild iodine smell

Grade
Laboratory/Microscopy Grade

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

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

Ph Level
Around 6 to 7

Physical Form
Liquid solution

Molecular Formula
I2 + KI + H2O

Taste
Not Applicable

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

Shape
Not Applicable (Liquid)

Shelf Life
1-2 years if stored appropriately

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

Melting Point
Not Applicable (liquid solution)

Refractive Rate
Not Applicable

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

Solubility
Soluble in water

Appearance
Dark brown liquid solution

Properties
Contains iodine; exhibits staining properties for microbiological use

Ingredients
Iodine Potassium Iodide Distilled/Deionized Water

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

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

Density
1.01 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

HS Code
3822.00.90

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

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.