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Which compound can be used to preserve biological specimens?
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Which compound can be used to preserve biological specimens?

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Answer (A) on Edge.; Formalin

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Biological specimens have been preserved in alcohol and formalin for many years.This could damage the specimen and change the colour of the fluid.Engineered fluids are now used as a substitute for formalin as it is a more sustainable medium..Novec fluids which are low in toxicity are also used.
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