What is the effect of the Gram stain decolorizer (alcohol)

Last updated: 7/11/2022

What is the effect of the Gram stain decolorizer (alcohol) on the cell wall of Gram-negative bacteria? A. Dissolves the outer membrane and decolorizes the cell B. Dehydrated the thick peptidoglycan C. All answers are correct D. Close the pores of the peptidoglycan to trap the stain inside