GRAM'S IODINE For Microscopical Staining

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GRAM'S IODINE For Microscopical Staining Specification

Poisonous
YES

CAS No
Varies depending on the specific composition (example: iodine CAS No. 7553-56-2)

Melting Point
Not applicable (liquid)

Usage
Used as a staining reagent in microbiology to differentiate bacterial species based on cell wall properties

Purity
Varies depending on manufacturer specifications

Ingredients
Iodine potassium iodide water (and sometimes ethanol or other stabilizers)

Density
1.5 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Solubility
Soluble in water

Appearance
Dark brown or reddish-brown liquid

Refractive Rate
Not commonly measured

Smell
Characteristic iodine odor

Grade
Laboratory/Reagent grade

Storage
Store in a tightly closed container at room temperature (15-25°C) away from light and incompatible materials

Structural Formula
Varies as it is a solution containing iodine and potassium iodide

Physical Form
Liquid

Ph Level
Approximately 6-7

Properties
Antiseptic staining reagent

Application
Microscopical staining used in Gram staining procedure for bacteria classification

EINECS No
Varies depending on components (example: iodine EC No. 231-442-4)

Shape
Not applicable (liquid)

HS Code
38220000 (HS code for laboratory chemicals)

Molecular Formula
Varies (typically contains iodine potassium iodide and water)

Shelf Life
Typically 1-2 years when stored properly

Molecular Weight
Varies depending on composition

About GRAM'S IODINE For Microscopical Staining

GRAMS IODINE For Microscopical Staining is a dark brown or reddish-brown liquid with a characteristic iodine odor, commonly used in Gram staining procedures for the classification of bacteria. This antiseptic staining reagent is of Laboratory/Reagent grade, with a pH level of approximately 6-7 and a density of 1.5 g/cm3. It is soluble in water and should be stored in a tightly closed container at room temperature. This staining reagent is primarily comprised of iodine, potassium iodide, and water, sometimes with additional stabilizers like ethanol. Its shelf life ranges from 1 to 2 years when stored properly.