Cells - Cell structure: Magnification and microscopy Flashcards

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Equation for magnification

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Magnification = image size/actual size

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millimetres to micrometers

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X 1000

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3
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millimetres to nanometres

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X 1,000,000

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4
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micrometers to millimetres

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/ 1000

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5
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micrometers to nanometres

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X 1000

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nanometres to micrometers

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/ 1000

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7
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nanometres to millimetres

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/ 1,000,000

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8
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What is resolution?

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The ability to distinguish between two separate points that are close together

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What is magnification?

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How many times large the image is compared to the actual size of the object

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Why do samples need to be stained?

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To increase contrast and make structures visible

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11
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What is staining?

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A colouring process that helps to reveal or distinguish between structures

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