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Description
Basic fuchsin belongs to the triphenylmethane group. Combining basic fuchsin with sulfurous acid results in the formation of fuchsin sulfurous acid, also referred to as Feulgen reagent or Schiff's reagent. This reagent is responsible for the staining of chromosomal DNA. Basic fuchsin is also used for the staining of lignin in plant tissue samples.
Specifications
Specifications
| Chemical Name or Material | Basic Fuchsin |
| CAS | 569-61-9 |
| Molecular Weight (g/mol) | 323.82 g/mol |
| Percent Purity | ≥88% |
| Grade | Certified |
| Color | Purple/Red to Red |
| pH | 1 to 3.1 |
| Quantity | 25 g |
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