Description
This slide presents a thin section of onion bulb epidermis, stained with Hemalun–Eosin to highlight cell walls, nuclei, and cytoplasm. The onion epidermis is a classic specimen for teaching plant cell structure, offering clear visibility of rectangular cells arranged in a single layer. It’s ideal for low-power microscopy and introductory biology lessons.
Features
Specimen: Onion (Allium cepa) bulb epidermis - Section Type: Very fine cut - Staining: Hemalun–Eosin - Coloration: Light, for easy examination - Slide Size: Standard 75 × 25 mm glass slide