Cheek and Onion Cell Experiment

A sample was taken using a spatula, gently scraping the inside of the cheek
*The fluid from the spatula was then placed onto a slide and one drop of methylene blue was dropped onto the sample.
*A microscopic cover slip was then placed o top of the sample using the forceps to avoid bubbles.
*The sample was then viewed under the microscope at various magnification settings 4x10, 10x10 and 40x10, which can be seen on the following page.
Onion Cell
*A thin later was peeled from the inside of the onion (dull side) with the forceps.
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