A fixative _______________ the macromolecular components of a cell.

A fixative _______________ the macromolecular components of a cell. Correct Answer immobilizes

A fixative is used for the preparation of a section – a thin slice of the original organelle retaining all the organelles. A fixative is used for the preparation of the sections; by penetrating the cell membranes fixatives immobilize the macromolecular components.

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