Microscopy Flashcards
1
Q
What is magnification?
A
The degree by which an object is enlarged
2
Q
What is resolution?
A
The ability of a microscope to distinguish detail
3
Q
What is a light microscope?
A
Basic microscope, maximum magnification = 1500x, low resolution
4
Q
What is an electron microscope?
A
Advanced microscope, higher magnification and resolving power than light microscope, can be used to study cells in much finer detail
5
Q
How do u get ACTUAL SIZE?
A
Image Size divided by magnification
6
Q
How do u get MAGNIFICATION?
A
Image size divided by actual size
7
Q
How do u get IMAGE SIZE?
A
Magnification x actual size
