Explain How and Why Immersion Oil Increases Resolution but Not

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Essay

Explain how and why immersion oil increases resolution but not magnification when using the 100X objective.

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Definitions:

Celiac Trunk

A major artery originating from the abdominal aorta that supplies blood to the stomach, spleen, liver, and other organs of the upper abdomen.

Pulmonary Trunk

A major blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.

Abdominal Aorta

The portion of the aorta that passes through the abdomen, supplying blood to the abdominal organs.

External Iliac Artery

A major artery that supplies blood to the lower limbs, originating from the common iliac artery and continuing as the femoral artery.