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Thermo Scientific Chemicals Methyl Green, zinc chloride
Description
Methyl Green is a DNA stain used as a tracking dye in acid buffers for electrophoresis. It helps differentiate bacteria and is also a tissue stain for nucleoli and mitochondria in tissues. It is used with Bismarck Brown frequently.
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Methyl Green is a DNA stain used as a tracking dye in acid buffers for electrophoresis. It helps differentiate bacteria and is also a tissue stain for nucleoli and mitochondria in tissues. It is used with Bismarck Brown frequently.
Solubility
Soluble in water, ethanol or methanol
Notes
Store away from strong oxidizing agents. Keep container tightly closed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | >300°C |
Beilstein | 3914106 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water,ethanol or methanol |
Formula Weight | 653.24 |
Color | Green |
Quantity | 100 g |
Physical Form | Powder |
Chemical Name or Material | Methyl Green, zinc chloride |
RUO – Research Use Only
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