Crystal Violet
Catalogue number:
HY-B0324A-500mg
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Size:
500 mg
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Alternative Names:
Basic Violet 3; Gentian Violet; Methyl Violet 10B
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Product Description:
Crystal Violet, also known as Gentian violet, methyl violet 10B, is a triphenyl-methane, an alkaline dye that binds to DNA in the nucleus of a cell, staining it a deep purple. It is often used for Gram staining to classify bacteria, or for cell or histological staining[1].
