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History of Microscopes and Microscopy Pioneers

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What is the main function of staining techniques in light microscopy?

To increase the magnification of cells

To enhance contrast between internal cell structures (correct)

To improve resolution between two structures

To prevent the cells from dying

Why is resolution important in microscopy?

To increase the magnification of cells

To make the cells more visible

To change the chemical composition of cells

To distinguish between two close structures (correct)

What is the limitation of light microscopes in terms of resolution?

Dependent on the quality of the lenses

Limited by the intensity of light

Limited by the color of light used for illumination

Dependent on the wavelength of light (correct)

Which scientist refuted John Needham's claim about spontaneous generation?

Lazzaro Spallanzani Signup and view all the answers

What did Francesco Redi's experiment involving maggots and meat demonstrate?

Flies lay eggs on meat, leading to maggot appearance Signup and view all the answers

What is one drawback associated with staining techniques used in microscopy?

May lead to cell death Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first to invent microscopes using a two-lens system?

The Janssens Signup and view all the answers

What was the size of Antoni van Leeuwenhoek's microscopes?

Size of the palm of a hand Signup and view all the answers

What did Robert Hooke use to concentrate light on a specimen in his microscope?

A water-filled glass flask Signup and view all the answers

What did Robert Hooke observe that led him to coin the term 'cells'?

Empty chambers in cork Signup and view all the answers

Which microscopist was the first to see movement of different types of single cells like bacteria and sperm?

Van Leeuwenhoek Signup and view all the answers

In the 18th century, what technological advancement in lenses improved magnification by reducing light halos and enhancing detail?

Achromatic lenses Signup and view all the answers