What is the effect of 'parched' or 'explosive' sections on a water bath?
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Correct answer: The section shatters into tiny pieces
If the water bath is too hot or if the tissue was poorly processed (incomplete dehydration/clearing), the section may 'explode' or shatter upon contact with the water. This is often due to the sudden expansion of trapped moisture.
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