Question

Use the drop-down menus to match each phrase below with the type of microscope it describes.

magnifies objects in steps
is the type that was used to observe the first strands of DNA
contains a series of lenses
includes magnifying glasses
creates a digital image
uses one lens for magnification

Answer 1

1. A *compound light microscope* magnifies objects in steps.

2. An *electron microscope* is the type that was used to observe the first strands of DNA.

3. A *compound light microscope* contains a series of lenses.

4. A *simple microscope* includes magnifying glasses.

5. An *electron microscope* creates a digital image.

6. A *simple microscope* uses one lens for magnification

Answer 2

A compound light microscope magnifies objects in steps.
An electron microscope is the type that was used to observe the first strands of DNA.
A compound light microscope contains a series of lenses.
A compound light microscope includes magnifying glasses.
An electron microscope creates a digital image.
A simple light microscope uses one lens for magnification.