Multiple Choice
Which type of microscope is best suited for viewing the internal structures of thinly sectioned cells at very high magnification?
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9. Microscopes
Introduction to Microscopes
Multiple Choice
What was the significance of the invention of the microscope in 1666?
A
It led to the immediate discovery of antibiotics.
B
It allowed scientists to observe microorganisms for the first time, revolutionizing the study of biology.
C
It enabled the development of vaccines in the same year.
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It replaced telescopes as the primary tool for astronomical observations.
Verified step by step guidance1
Step 1: Understand the historical context of the microscope's invention in 1666, which was a pivotal moment in science.
Step 2: Recognize that the microscope allowed scientists to observe microorganisms, which were previously invisible to the naked eye.
Step 3: Note that this observation revolutionized biology by opening up a new field of study focused on microorganisms and their roles in health and disease.
Step 4: Clarify that the invention did not immediately lead to the discovery of antibiotics or vaccines, as these developments occurred much later.
Step 5: Understand that the microscope is distinct from telescopes, which are used for astronomical observations, so it did not replace telescopes.
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