Question

Which hypothesis most likely inspired Leeuwenhoek's experimentation with new technology? If the amount of magnification is correct, then an individual germ can be seen, because individual germs exist but are too small for human eyes. If the amount of magnification is correct, then wounds can be kept clean of germs, because wounds are often infected during surgery. If the correct medicine is used, then a certain disease can be cured, because different diseases are caused by different germs. If the correct medicine is used, then germs can be grown until they are large enough to see, because most germs are too small to see in nature.

Answer 1

Answer:

If the amount of magnification is correct, then an individual germ can be seen, because individual germs exist but are too small for human eyes.

Explanation:

Leeuwenhoek was the first scientists to experiment with microorganisms using a self-designed single-lens microscope. He described the tiny organisms as 'animacules'. He is known for his pioneer work in the design of the first microscope.

The microscope works by magnifying objects placed on the stage. Germs are microbes that cannot be seen with ordinary eye unless they are magnified appropriately. They are virtually everywhere, including the parts of the world where humans cannot survive.

Hence, the only correct option which most likely inspired Leeuwenhoek's experimentation with technology is the first option. The remaining options are deficient in some ways.