Exploring The Cell Flashcards

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2.) how do scientists deal with the problem that most living cells are transparent?

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They use chemical

  • stains
  • dyes
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1.) unfortunately, light limits the —– of images.

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Resolution

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What is the advantage of fluorescent dyes?

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They can be attached to specific molecules and then be made visible using a special fluorescent microscope

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An advantage of using a light microscope is…

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That you can view living organisms

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