In this lab, cells will undergo four different treatments. Cell samples will be stained with Erythrosin B, and images captured under the microscope of FIVE different areas of each cell sample.
You will need to count the cells in each of these five different areas, then record the average .
Which of the following BEST explains why five separate areas of the same treatment sample should be counted?
*Select as many as you think apply.

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In this lab, cells will undergo four different treatments.  Cell samples will be stained with Erythrosin B, and images captured under the microscope of FIVE different areas of each cell sample. 
 You will need to count the cells in  each  of these five different areas, then record the  average . 
 Which of the following BEST explains why five separate areas of the same treatment sample should be counted?  
 *Select as many as you think apply.

Accepted Answer

This allows for a representative estimate of the number of cells across the whole sample.

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To minimise variation between different people counting the same sample.

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This allows for an accurate estimate of the number of cells in adjacent areas of the sample.

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To give the dye enough time to be taken up by the cells.

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