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A-LevelBiologyCell structure9700/12 · Oct/Nov 2024 · Q21 Mark

A cell is shown in the micrograph. Which statement explains how it is possible to identify the type of microscope used to produce the micrograph?

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AThe nucleus is visible, so an electron microscope was used.
BThe endoplasmic reticulum is not visible, so a light microscope was used.
CChloroplasts are visible, so a light microscope was used.
DRibosomes are visible, so an electron microscope was used.

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D: Ribosomes are visible, so an electron microscope was used.

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Cell structure, A-Level Biology (syllabus 9700). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Biology, Oct/Nov 2024 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 2.

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