Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

Published by Wiley
ISBN 10: 1-11874-316-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-11874-316-4

Chapter 3 - Microscopy and Staining - Self Quiz - Page 75: 2

Answer

Resolution is being able to discern between two separate objects.

Work Step by Step

It is an important factor because the light waves need to be able to fit between the objects to be able to discern them (how clear they are). Think of the resolution on your TV. A better resolution is important for microbiology because what is being studied can be unknown and is very small.
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