ZIMSEC A-Level Biology
8.1.1Microscopy
Microscopy in ZIMSEC A-Level Biology: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives
What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.
- 8.1.1.1Calibrate an eyepiece graticule with a stage micrometer.
- 8.1.1.2Draw specimens and determine their linear dimensions, using millimetres, micrometres and nanometres.
- 8.1.1.3Distinguish between magnification and resolution, with reference to light and electron microscopes.
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Microscopes, magnification and resolution
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