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BeauDinoflagellates appear as single-celled organisms that have a distinct shape, with two flagella that they use for movement. Depending on the species, they can have different shapes ranging from spherical to elongated or even armored with plates. Under a compound microscope, their cell structures and any photosynthetic pigments they contain can be visible.
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What does a mirror do on a compound light microscope?
A mirror on a compound light microscope reflects light from an external source, such as a lamp or sunlight, onto the specimen being observed. This helps to illuminate the specimen and improve visibility for better observation and analysis under the microscope.
What is the position of an image under a microscope?
The position of an image under a microscope varies based on the type of microscope being used. In a compound microscope, the image is formed inverted and reversed from the object being observed. In a stereo microscope, the image is typically upright and not inverted.
What is the main disadvantage of the electron microscope over a compound microscope?
The main disadvantage of an electron microscope compared to a compound microscope is that it requires a more complex and expensive setup. Electron microscopes also cannot be used to observe living specimens because the process typically involves vacuum conditions and sample preparation techniques that would kill living cells.
How much bigger a microscope make things appear?
A microscope can make objects appear hundreds to thousands of times bigger than they actually are, depending on the type of microscope and its magnification level used. This allows for the observation of tiny structures and details that are not visible to the naked eye.
Are cell membranes visible under a microscope?
Cell membranes are not typically visible under a light microscope because they are thin and transparent. However, special staining techniques or electron microscopy can be used to make cell membranes visible.
