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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?
What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?
- Synthesizing proteins (correct)
- Storing genetic information
- Producing lipids for the cell membrane
- Generating ATP through cellular respiration
Which organelle is responsible for cellular respiration and energy production in eukaryotic cells?
Which organelle is responsible for cellular respiration and energy production in eukaryotic cells?
- Endoplasmic reticulum
- Mitochondrion (correct)
- Golgi apparatus
- Nucleus
What is the approximate size of the smallest bacteria mentioned in the text?
What is the approximate size of the smallest bacteria mentioned in the text?
- 10 nm (correct)
- 1 μm
- 0.1 μm
- 100 μm
What is the main advantage of a scanning electron microscope (SEM) over a standard light microscope?
What is the main advantage of a scanning electron microscope (SEM) over a standard light microscope?
How does a transmission electron microscope (TEM) differ from a scanning electron microscope (SEM) in terms of sample interaction?
How does a transmission electron microscope (TEM) differ from a scanning electron microscope (SEM) in terms of sample interaction?
In terms of resolution, why are modern electron microscopes limited in their ability to resolve structures smaller than 2 nm across?
In terms of resolution, why are modern electron microscopes limited in their ability to resolve structures smaller than 2 nm across?
What advantage does the electron microscope provide over the light microscope?
What advantage does the electron microscope provide over the light microscope?
How do atoms of heavy metals contribute to the functioning of an electron microscope?
How do atoms of heavy metals contribute to the functioning of an electron microscope?
Why is the scale on the left side of the image logarithmic in the context of electron microscopy?
Why is the scale on the left side of the image logarithmic in the context of electron microscopy?
What type of lenses does a transmission electron microscope (TEM) use to focus the image for viewing?
What type of lenses does a transmission electron microscope (TEM) use to focus the image for viewing?
