Question

What type of microscope would you use to view a live sample?

1. Scanning Electron Microscope
2.Transmission Electron Microscope
3.Magnifying glass
4. Light Microscope

Answer 1

Compound microscopes

Compound microscopes are light illuminated. The image seen with this type of microscope is two dimensional. This microscope is the most commonly used. You can view individual cells, even living ones.