The Resolution of a Microscope is a Function of the ________

Question

The resolution of a microscope is a function of the ________ of the lenses and the ________ of light.
A) curvature, color
B) curvature, wavelength
C) numerical aperture, wavelength
D) numerical aperture, intensity
E) convex shape, intensity

Accepted Answer

The resolution of a microscope is determined by the numerical aperture of the lenses and the wavelength of light. The numerical aperture is a measure of the lens's ability to gather light and is determined by the curvature of the lens. Therefore, choice C (numerical aperture, wavelength) is the best answer as it correctly identifies both factors that determine the resolution of a microscope.