Practice Microscopic investigation of onion epidermis and cheek cells. - 8.2.1 | Cell Biology | IB MYP Class 10 Sciences (Group 4) - Biology (Core Units and Skills)
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8.2.1 - Microscopic investigation of onion epidermis and cheek cells.

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Question 1

Easy

What is the main purpose of using stains in microscopy?

💡 Hint: Think about why we can't see cells clearly without them.

Question 2

Easy

Name one structure you can observe in onion epidermis.

💡 Hint: Is the cell structure rigid or flexible?

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Question 1

What is the purpose of staining onion cells with iodine?

  • To kill the cells
  • To make structures more visible
  • To change their shape

💡 Hint: Consider why we need to enhance visibility.

Question 2

True or False: Both onion cells and cheek cells have a nucleus.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the structures of plant vs. animal cells.

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Question 1

Discuss how the investigation of onion epidermis and cheek cells can be applied in a real-world scenario.

💡 Hint: Consider the connection between cellular structure and function.

Question 2

Compare and contrast the microscopy techniques suitable for observing onion epidermis vs. cheek cells.

💡 Hint: Think about why each method is particularly suited to the cell type.

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