Question

why is temporary mount slide mounted in glycerine​

Answer 1

Answer:

It avoids drying of that particular  material.

Explanation:

Glycerine is isotonic to the cell sap. Due to this, cells used for mount will not shrink or swell and can be seen in their natural form. Also, glycerine makes the mounted material moist and prevents it from drying out.

Answer 2

• The mounted substance will not dry since glycerine is hygroscopic.
• When making a temporary mount of a human cheek cell, the droplets of glycerine must be placed with caution.
• Glycerine residue on the slide might be difficult to remove, but it can be blotted away using blotting paper.
• Smudges can occur when there is too much glycerine, which will obstruct the sealing process.