Question

List the steps of preparation of temporary mount of a leaf peel to observe stomata.

Answer 1

(i) Remove a peel from lower surface of leaf using forceps and put it in water.

(ii) Put few drops of safranin stain in a water glass.

(iii) After 2-3 mins take out the peel and put it on a slide.

(iv) Put a drop of glycerine and put a coverslip over the peel.