Magnification Flashcards
1
Q
Define Magnification
A
How much larger a sample appears to be compared to its actual size.
2
Q
Define resolution
A
The minimum distance that two separate points can be from each other and still be distinguished as separate by the microscope.
3
Q
what is magnification formula
A
Actual size = image size/magnification (ensure units for object size and image size are equal)
