ZENKER'S FIXING For Microscopy

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ZENKER'S FIXING For Microscopy Specification

Physical Form
Liquid solution

Appearance
Clear to slightly yellow or orange liquid

Molecular Weight
Not applicable (mixture)

Poisonous
YES

Purity
Not applicable (mixture)

Usage
Prepare tissue samples for microscopic analysis by preserving their structure and composition.

Density
1 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Molecular Formula
Varies (mixture of compounds)

Ingredients
Typically contains mercuric chloride potassium dichromate sodium sulfate distilled water and glacial acetic acid.

Ph Level
Neutral to slightly acidic

Shelf Life
1-2 years if stored under recommended conditions

Structural Formula
Not applicable (mixture)

Properties
Acts as a preserving agent for biological samples. Contains hazardous ingredients requiring careful handling.

CAS No
Not applicable (contains mercury chloride and potassium dichromate)

Grade
Laboratory grade

HS Code
3822.00.00

Shape
Liquid (not solid structure)

Smell
Slight chemical odor

Solubility
Soluble in water

Application
Used as a fixative in microscopy for tissue preservation

Storage
Store in a cool ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Keep the container tightly sealed.

About ZENKER'S FIXING For Microscopy

ZENKERS FIXING For Microscopy is a laboratory-grade liquid fixative used for tissue preservation in microscopy applications. This clear to slightly yellow or orange solution acts as a preserving agent for biological samples, maintaining their structure and composition for analysis. With a neutral to slightly acidic pH level, it contains hazardous ingredients requiring careful handling and is stored in cool, ventilated spaces away from direct sunlight. Suitable for preparing tissue samples for microscopic examination, the solution is soluble in water and has a density of 1 g/cm3. Its shelf life is 1-2 years under recommended storage conditions.