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What is the key advantage of an electron microscope over a light microscope?
What is the key advantage of an electron microscope over a light microscope?
- Ability to view specimens in color
- Ability to view specimens without light
- Greater magnification and resolution (correct)
- Portability and ease of use
What is the main disadvantage of light microscopes?
What is the main disadvantage of light microscopes?
- Limited field of view
- Inability to view living specimens
- High cost and maintenance
- Limited magnification and resolution (correct)
What problem arises from the limited resolution of light microscopes?
What problem arises from the limited resolution of light microscopes?
- Blurred image even at increased magnification (correct)
- Limited depth of field
- Inability to focus on specific areas
- Inability to view small specimens
What important discoveries have light microscopes enabled in the study of cells?
What important discoveries have light microscopes enabled in the study of cells?
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What is the purpose of magnification in microscopes?
What is the purpose of magnification in microscopes?
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