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QuizMultiple Choice

Using and Writing Procedural Texts

Question 9 • TX-English III

Read the procedural text.Preparing a Wet-Mount Slide Purpose: to view aquatic specimens under a microscope by suspending them in fluidMaterials: concave slide, cover slip, water, tweezers, pipette, paper towels, specimenSteps in the procedure:Use pipette to place a drop of water in the concave center of the slide.Use tweezers to position the specimen in liquid.Place one side of the cover slip on slide at the edge of the concave center.Lower the cover slip slowly over the center and remove any water with the towel.

Answer
A
What is a pipette and a concave slide?
B
How long does the procedure take?
C
Why do people prepare wet-mount slides?
D
What is the purpose of the paper towels?