Which of these statements about light microscopy are correct? 1 The greater the resolution of a light microscope, the greater the detail that can be seen. 2 The greater the magnification of a light microscope, the greater the detail that can be seen. 3 Increasing the magnification of a light microscope up to its limit of resolution allows more detail to be seen. 4 The shorter the wavelength of light used in a light microscope, the greater the detail that can be seen.
✓ Correct answer
B: 1, 3 and 4 only
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