B1 Microscopy Flashcards

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Describe the differences between Light microscopes and electron microscopes.

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Light microscopes are much cheaper and easier to use, we can use it to study living cells.
Electron microscopes require special training to use and are more expensive. They have a higher resolution and magnification. They cant be used to view living cells.

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What is the formula for total magnification.

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Total magnification= eyepiece lens magnification X objective lens magnification.

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What is the formula for magnification

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Real size

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What are the different units in microscopy?

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MM X 1000 = UM X 1000 =NM X 1000 = PM

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