You observe a tissue section stained with H&E under the microscope. The nuclei are purple, and the cytoplasm is pink. Which property of hematoxylin explains this staining pattern?
A. Hematoxylin binds to acidic components of the cell.
B. Hematoxylin binds to basic components of the cell.
C. Hematoxylin is lipid-soluble.
D. Hematoxylin is a dehydrating agent.
Select your answer:
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When Jacob starts running, his legs move faster and his heart rate increases. Which types of muscles are involved in these changes?
A. Skeletal muscles control his leg movement and smooth muscles control his heart rate.
B. Skeletal muscles control his leg movement and cardiac muscles control his heart rate.
C. Smooth muscles control his leg movement and cardiac muscles control his heart rate.
D. Skeletal muscles control both his leg movement and heart rate.