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1. Introduction to Microbiology3h 22m
2. Disproving Spontaneous Generation1h 18m
3. Chemical Principles of Microbiology3h 38m
4. Water1h 28m
5. Molecules of Microbiology2h 23m
6. Cell Membrane & Transport3h 28m
7. Prokaryotic Cell Structures & Functions5h 52m
8. Eukaryotic Cell Structures & Functions2h 18m
9. Microscopes2h 46m
10. Dynamics of Microbial Growth4h 36m
11. Controlling Microbial Growth4h 10m
12. Microbial Metabolism5h 16m
13. Photosynthesis2h 31m
14. DNA Replication2h 25m
15. Central Dogma & Gene Regulation7h 14m
16. Microbial Genetics4h 44m
17. Biotechnology3h 0m
18. Viruses, Viroids, & Prions4h 56m
19. Innate Immunity7h 15m
20. Adaptive Immunity7h 14m
21. Principles of Disease6h 57m

9. Microscopes

Magnification, Resolution, & Contrast

Microbiology

9. Microscopes

Magnification, Resolution, & Contrast

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The resolving power of a microscope is described as the ability of the microscope to:

Visually separate two objects that are very close together.

Magnify an object.

Differentiate the colors of the specimen from the background.

See structures at various depths in a tissue.

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Understand the concept of resolving power: It refers to the ability of a microscope to distinguish two points as separate entities. This is crucial for observing fine details in a specimen.

Consider the options given: The resolving power is not about magnification, which is the ability to enlarge an image, but about clarity and detail.

Evaluate the option about color differentiation: This relates more to contrast rather than resolving power, which is about spatial resolution.

Consider the option about seeing structures at various depths: This is more related to the depth of field or focus, not resolving power.

Conclude that the resolving power specifically refers to the ability to visually separate two objects that are very close together, which is the essence of resolution in microscopy.