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What does the term 'microscope' mean?
What does the term 'microscope' mean?
- A tool for examining large objects
- An optical instrument for inspecting small objects (correct)
- A machine for creating detailed drawings
- A device for magnifying images
What does magnification refer to in the context of microscopy?
What does magnification refer to in the context of microscopy?
- The reduction in size of the object being viewed
- The clarity of the image produced by the microscope
- The increase in size of the optical image over the size of the object being viewed (correct)
- The ability of the microscope to see through opaque objects
What happens if there is increased magnification without improved resolution?
What happens if there is increased magnification without improved resolution?
- Improves the resolution of the microscope
- Causes the object to appear smaller than its actual size
- Results in a large blurred image (correct)
- Leads to enhanced clarity of the image
What is the resolving power of the unaided human eye?
What is the resolving power of the unaided human eye?
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How is total magnification determined in a microscope?
How is total magnification determined in a microscope?
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