The exoskeletons of insects are made of chitin and contain little calcium.
Lysol spray contains a type of phenol which will soften chitin. The phenol is
what kills bacteria, mold, and viruses by destroying their outer shells.
Try spraying Lysol in a small container so you have a few mls. It will
Hello,
I was wondering if someone might have some expertise on how to prepare a
hard-tick for sectioning in paraffin. I have been decalcifying to soften the
exoskeleton but not sure if that even helps. I have used acid decalcifying but
would EDTA be more appropriate? I have punctured the ticks
