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How does a Light Microscope work, and what are its limits

Uses light and lenses, magnifies up to 1500x, resolution 200 nm. Views living/non-living specimens.

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How do Fluorescence Microscopes work

Samples are tagged with fluorescent substances that emit light under high-intensity illumination, showing specific structures.

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What is the principle of Electron Microscopes

Use electron beams + electromagnets. Provide very high magnification and resolution (as small as 0.1 nm).

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What are the two main types of Electron Microscopes

Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)