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Iodine is used to stain the cell. It makes each component of the cell more visible, especially the nucleus.

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Iodine is considered a stain because it colors the specimen under the microscope.

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yes...it leaves a yellowish stain

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Q: Why are stains such as iodine used to observe cells under the microscope?
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