Cellular Microscopy Techniques
Biology ⇒ Cell Biology
Cellular Microscopy Techniques starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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A student is using a microscope with a 10x eyepiece and a 40x objective lens. What is the total magnification?
Describe one safety precaution you should take when using a microscope.
Describe the difference between magnification and resolution in microscopy.
Explain why it is important to use the fine adjustment knob when focusing under high power.
Name one advantage of using an electron microscope over a light microscope.
Name one reason why electron microscopes cannot be used to view living cells.
What is the function of immersion oil in microscopy?
What is the function of the diaphragm on a light microscope?
What is the main advantage of phase-contrast microscopy?
What is the main difference between a transmission electron microscope (TEM) and a scanning electron microscope (SEM)?
What is the main limitation of using electron microscopes in studying living cells?
What is the main purpose of using a microscope in cell biology?
What is the purpose of staining cells before viewing them under a microscope?
Which part of the microscope holds the slide in place?
