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What does resolution measure in microscopy?
What does resolution measure in microscopy?
- The magnification of the specimen
- The ability to stain or label cell components
- The measure of the clarity of the image, or the minimum distance of two distinguishable points (correct)
- The contrast between different parts of the sample
Why is the resolution of standard light microscopy too low to study organelles?
Why is the resolution of standard light microscopy too low to study organelles?
- The contrast between organelles and the surrounding sample is too low
- The lenses are unable to refract light for organelle visualization
- The magnification is not high enough to see organelles clearly
- The minimum distance of two distinguishable points is not sufficient to study organelles (correct)
What is the main function of lenses in a light microscope?
What is the main function of lenses in a light microscope?
- Refract (bend) the light to magnify the image (correct)
- Increase the resolution of the image
- Stain or label cell components
- Enhance contrast in the sample
What is the maximum effective magnification of a light microscope?
What is the maximum effective magnification of a light microscope?
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What technique enables cell components to be stained or labeled in microscopy?
What technique enables cell components to be stained or labeled in microscopy?
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