WAEC Biology 2013 Question 25

Question 25

Characteristics and Classification of Living Things

The resolution of a microscope refers to its power to

  1. A.increase an object's apparent size.
  2. B.distinguish clearly between two objects.
  3. C.scan the surface of an object.
  4. D.focus on an object.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (distinguish clearly between two objects.)

Explanation

Magnification makes things look bigger; resolution decides how much detail you see, i.e. whether two close objects appear separate.