Uranyl Formate Solution
Preparation of a 0.75% uranyl formate solution for negative staining for single-particle applications
Notes
Uranyl formate is light-sensitive.
Procedure
Weigh out 37.5 mg of uranyl formate into a small beaker.
Add 5 mL boiling deionized water and stir it for 5 minutes in the dark.
One preparation of solution can be only used for a few days.
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