Microscopes/Magnification AS Flashcards
1
Q
equation for magnification
A
Magnification=Image/Object
2
Q
define magnification
A
being able to enlarge something in appearance
3
Q
benefits of electron microscopes vs light
A
higher resolution because electrons have a shorter wavelength so can handle smaller objects
4
Q
difference between eye piece graticule and stage micrometer
A
eye piece graticule is fitted into the eyepiece stage micrometer is on the slide
5
Q
define resolution
A
ability to distinguish points close together
6
Q
benefits of light microscope vs electron
A
can look at living cells, can produce colour images
7
Q
define artefacts
A
things that result from the way the specimen is prepared but not part of the natural specimen.
