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Why does an electron microscope have greater resolving power than a light microscope?
Why does an electron microscope have greater resolving power than a light microscope?
- It uses a more powerful light source
- It uses electrons with shorter wavelengths (correct)
- It has specialized filters for clearer images
- It has a larger lens for magnification
What is a key advantage of an electron microscope over a light microscope?
What is a key advantage of an electron microscope over a light microscope?
- It has a wider field of view
- It provides colored images for better visualization
- It can magnify specimens up to 2 million times (correct)
- It is easier to use and maintain
What type of specimens can be observed using an electron microscope?
What type of specimens can be observed using an electron microscope?
- Biological and organic specimens
- Biological and inorganic specimens (correct)
- Only inorganic specimens
- Only biological specimens
Flashcards
Resolving Power of Electron Microscopes
Resolving Power of Electron Microscopes
Electron microscopes have greater resolving power than light microscopes because they use electrons with shorter wavelengths. Shorter wavelengths allow for finer detail to be observed.
Magnification Advantage of Electron Microscopes
Magnification Advantage of Electron Microscopes
One key advantage of electron microscopes is their ability to magnify specimens up to 2 million times. This allows for the observation of extremely small structures.
Electron Microscope Specimen Types
Electron Microscope Specimen Types
Both biological and inorganic specimens can be observed using electron microscopes, providing insights into the microscopic world of living organisms and non-living materials.
Study Notes
Electron Microscope vs Light Microscope
- Electron microscopes have greater resolving power than light microscopes because they use a beam of electrons instead of light to produce an image, allowing for much higher magnifications and resolution of smaller structures.
Advantage of Electron Microscope
- A key advantage of an electron microscope over a light microscope is its ability to produce higher magnifications and resolve smaller structures, making it possible to study the ultrastructure of cells and microorganisms.
Specimens for Electron Microscope
- Electron microscopes can be used to observe a wide range of specimens, including microorganisms, cells, viruses, and even individual molecules, allowing for a more detailed understanding of their structure and function.
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Description
Explore the features and applications of electron microscopes, which use an electron beam to produce highly magnified images with superior resolution. Learn about its advantages over light microscopes and its significance in studying viruses and cellular components.
