light & electron microscope

• What are the two types of microscopes discussed in the video?

  Light microscopes and electron microscopes
• What is the resolution limit of light microscopes?

  0.2 micrometers
• What does a resolution of 0.2 micrometers mean for light microscopes?

  Details less than 0.2 micrometers appear blurry
• What can light microscopes be used to see?

  Individual cells like onion cells
• What is the benefit of using electrons in electron microscopes?

  Electrons have a wavelength of 0.1 nanometers
• What is a key difference in the images produced by light and electron microscopes?

  Electron microscopes provide higher magnifications without blurriness
• What are the pros and cons of light and electron microscopes?

  Light Microscopes:

  • Pros: Small, easy to use, cheap
  • Cons: Limited resolution (0.2 micrometers)

  
  

  Electron Microscopes:

  • Pros: High resolution (0.1 nanometers)
  • Cons: Large, expensive, hard to use
• What image was shown in the video taken with an electron microscope?

  An image of a pancreatic cell
• What is the main takeaway from the video regarding microscopes?

  Compare the pros and cons of each type