Types of Microscopes

Learn how to determine differences and similarities of the structure and function of compound light microscopes, dissecting microscopes, scanning electron microscopes and transmitting electron microscopes.
Resource ID#: 119048 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Students
Keywords: microscope, light microscope, scanning electron microscope (SEM), Transmitting electron microscope, dissecting microscope
Instructional Component Type(s): Original Student Tutorial
Resource Collection: Original Student Tutorials Science - Grades 9-12

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