Question

which statement best explains why cells were observed in more detail using a compound microscope than a simple microscope? a.) a compound microscope has greater magnification ability than a simple microscope. b.) the compound microscope was invented before the simple microscope. c.) a compound microscope is much easier to manufacture than a simple microscope. d.) compound microscopes were more common than simple microscopes.

Answer 1

Answer;

A. A compound microscope has greater magnification ability than a simple microscope.

Explanation;

• A microscope is a device or an instrument that is used to magnify objects making their details and features visible to enhance visibility and study.
• There are various types of microscopes from simple microscopes, to compound microscope to electron microscopes, depending on the resolution and magnification and their purpose.
• Simple microscope is microscope that contains one lens or a group of lens in one unit to magnify specimens therefore its total magnification is limited and can only be used in simple ways.
• A compound microscope on the other hand has two sets of lenses for magnifying objects, that is the eyepiece lens and objective lens, and thus has a higher total magnification in comparison to simple microscope hence it has a wide range of uses.

Answer 2

a) a compound microscope has a greater magnification ability than a simple microscope.