Light Microscope Flashcards
1
Q
What is the ultimate function of a microscope?
A
The ultimate function of a miscrope is to create valid sceintfic observation through technology
2
Q
What magnification does a light microscope have?
A
400 to 2000x
2
Q
How does a light microscope work?
A
A light source passes through a condenser lens and then through the thin specimen.
Then passes through the objective lens.
2
Q
What is resolution?
A
Resolution is the ability to distinguish between two spearate objects.
3
Q
What is the maximum resolution for a compound light microscope?
A
200nm
4
Q
What does staining do to the cell?
A
Kill the cell and distort cell features.
