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Practice Questions
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What was the first type of microscope created?
💡 Hint: Think of the scientist known for his early observations of microbes.
Define live-cell imaging.
💡 Hint: This method lets scientists watch cells as they behave naturally.
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What technological advance allows researchers to observe living cells?
💡 Hint: This method allows scientists to see life as it happens.
True or False: Electron microscopes can achieve higher magnification than light microscopes.
💡 Hint: Think about the level of detail you can see.
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Describe how the advent of fluorescence microscopy has changed biological research and provide a specific example.
💡 Hint: Consider how labeling similar to traffic lights allows you to track cars more easily.
Analyze the relationship between the improvements in microscopy technologies and the advancements in genetic research.
💡 Hint: Think about how better visualization leads to more precise applications in genetics.
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