Microscopy Flashcards
1
Q
What is the equation for magnification?
A
Magnification = image height / object height
2
Q
How often does a healthy bacterial cell divide?
A
It will divide roughly every 20 minutes.
3
Q
Describe light microscopes
A
They are cheap to make. They allow you to see the outlines of cells.
4
Q
Describe electron microscopes
A
They allow you to visualise finer details including organelles due to their greater resolving power and higher resolution.
5
Q
How to convert micrometers to millimeters?
A
Divide by 1000
