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Microscopy Flashcards

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Which microscope has the higher magnification? Light or electron?

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Electron microscope
Light microscope [500x - 1500x]
electron microscope [16000x - 1000000x]

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What is meant by resolution?

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the ability to distinguish between 2 points

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What is the function of the diaphragm in a microscope?

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controls the amount of light passing through

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What is the function of the stage clips?

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To hold the slide in place on the stage

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What is the equation to calculate the actual size of a cell?

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Magnification = image size / actual size

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