Question

Scientists use different types of microscopes to observe objects that are not visible to the naked eye. A scientist is reviewing various samples of pond water to determine what species of microorganisms live in the pond. The scientist wishes to make drawings of the structure of each microorganism and study each one's method of movement. Which of the following microscopes would be best for the scientist to use?
a.

transmission electron microscope

b.

scanning electron microscope

c.

compound light microscope

d.

dissecting microscope

Answer 1

Answer;

-Compound light microscope

Explanation;

-A compound microscope is a microscope that uses multiple lenses to enlarge the image of a sample. It is commonly used for viewing samples at high magnification (40 - 1000x), which is achieved by the combined effect of two sets of lenses: the ocular lens and the objective lenses.

-Compound microscopes usually include exchangeable objective lenses with different magnifications (e.g 4x, 10x, 40x and 60x), mounted on a turret, to adjust the magnification. These microscopes also include a condenser lens and iris diaphragm, which are important for regulating how light hits the sample.

Answer 2

A compound light microscope is the correct answer. Compound light microscopes provide a clear picture of many microorganisms, such as protozoans, and are used to view their structures and movements. Often, in the field of Microbiology, compound light microscopes are used for observing living microorganisms.