Microscopes: Magnification and Resolution

Microscopes: Magnification and Resolution

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The video tutorial explains how magnification depends on the type of microscope used. It introduces the concept of magnification, providing an equation to calculate it. Two examples are given: one involving plant cells and another involving a virus, demonstrating how to calculate magnification. The tutorial also covers the concept of resolution, comparing images from electron and light microscopes, highlighting the differences in detail due to resolution.

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3 mins • 1 pt

In the second example, how do you convert the size of the image from centimeters to meters?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What are the differences between images produced by an electron microscope and a light microscope?

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