HT Histotechnician

Category - Microtomy

This involves the removal of gross nicks on the knife edge to remove blemishes and grinding the cutting edge of the knife on a stone to acquire an even edge. What do you call this procedure?
  1. Stropping
  2. Honing
  3. Sharpening
  4. Cutting
Explanation
Answer: B - Honing
Honing is a process that involves the removal of gross nicks on the knife edge to remove blemishes and grinding the cutting edge of the knife on a stone to acquire an even edge. This is done with the use of a hone. Other options do not accurately reflect the description of honing.
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