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Most advanced microscopy for living cells
publish date: 2026/06/16 20:56:33.585464 UTC
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Of the following, the most recent advance in microscope technology that enables scientists to observe the most highly detailed views of individual living cells is called what?
Correct Answer
scanning electron microscopy
Explanation
Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is the most recent advance that allows scientists to observe highly detailed views of individual living cells. Unlike transmission electron microscopy (TEM), which requires ultrathin sliced specimens, SEM scans the surface of a specimen with a beam of electrons, producing detailed three-dimensional images of cell surfaces.
Reference
Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide