EBK HUMAN BIOLOGY
EBK HUMAN BIOLOGY
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780100545939
Author: MCMILLAN
Publisher: YUZU
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To determine: Whether compound light microscope or an electron microscope is the best choice to observe the surface of a microscopic section of bone.

Introduction: Microscope is an instrument used to observe minute organisms which are invisible to the naked eyes. The first microscope was devised by Anton von Leeuwenhoek and later several modifications were made to enhance its resolution and magnification. In the present day, state-of-the-art microscopes are available. The most commonly used microscopes are light microscope and electron microscope.

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