How to Make a Wet Mount Flashcards

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How many steps are there in making a wet mount?

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What are the steps of making a wet mount?

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  1. Place slide flat on table.
  2. Add drop of water on the slide.
  3. Place specimen in drop of water.
  4. Pick up coverslip by edges between finger and thumb.
  5. Place coverslip by one edge of the drop at about 45 degrees.
  6. Use the point of a needle to support the outer edge of the coverslip and slowly lower it onto the drop. Try avoiding air bubbles.
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