Microscopy Basics Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Define magnification
A
The number of times the image is larger than the actual size.
2
Q
Define resolution
A
The ability to distinguish between two points as separate; the higher the resolution, the more details you can see
3
Q
What is the resolution of a light microscope (LM)?
A
200 nm
4
Q
What is the resolution of an electron microscope (EM)?
A
0.5 nm
