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What is the role of intergrase in HIV Replication
It inserts viral DNA into the host genome
Which microscope uses Visible light as its main illumination source
Compound Microscope
What is the primary purpose of sample staining
Highlights cellular shapes and structures
What type of Microscope is ideal for observing live, unstained specimens
Phase contrast microscope
What is the key characteristc of the darkfield microscope
Specimen appears bright against a bright background
What is a mordants primary function in staining?
Fix the dye to the specimen
What staining method is used to differentiate bacteria with waxy cell walls
Acid fast stain
What is the principal advantage of Flourescence microscope
Use ultravoilet light to visualize fluorochromes
What is the main disadvantage of the electron microscope?
Cannot visualize live samples
What type of microscopy produces three dimensional images
Confocal microscopy