Question

Determine whether each practice is recommended to keep a micropipette clean and functioning properly.

Answer 1

Answer:

1. A

2. B

3. B

4. A

5. B

Explanation:

1. Recommended. That way cross-contamination is prevented.

2. Not recommended. The inner mechanism of the micropipette should not come in contact with any liquid whatsoever.

3. Not recommended. It contradicts statement 1.

4. Recommended. That way the micropipette remains completely vertical, minimizing the risks of being decalibrated.

5. Not recommended. If it lays on the bench it will be horizontal, thus contradicting statement 4.