microscopy Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 2 variables that matter the most when using microscopy? [2]
A
magnification
resolution
2
Q
what is magnification? [1]
A
the variable that tells us how many times larger an image is seen through a microscope compared to the real object
3
Q
what’s the equation for magnification? [1]
A
magnification = image size/ object size
4
Q
how can light microscopes magnify? [1]
A
they use a beam of light to form an image of an object
5
Q
how can electron microscopes magnify? [1]
A
they use a beam of electrons to form an image of an object
