Your Microscope Has a Resolving Power of 0 $\mu$ MThe Specimen That You Will Be Observing Has Bacterial Cocci

question 6

Multiple Choice

Your microscope has a resolving power of 0.15 $\mu$ m.The specimen that you will be observing has bacterial cocci the size of 0.1 $\mu$ m in diameter.Which of the following statements is correct?

• A)The cocci will appear much smaller than their actual size because of the low resolution.
• B)The cocci will be fuzzy-looking and blend together.
• C)The cocci will not be visible.
• D)The cocci will be readily visible and distinct.