Question

a cell biologist wants to observe the tiny nuclear pores on the surface of a cell nucleus. which type of microscope would be the best choice to
scanning electron microscope
dissecting microscope
light compound microscope
transmitting electron microscope

Explanation:

• Scanning electron microscope: Used for surface imaging but not as detailed for internal structures like nuclear pores.
• Dissecting microscope: Low - magnification, used for larger specimens, not for tiny nuclear pores.
• Light compound microscope: Limited resolution, cannot clearly visualize tiny nuclear pores.
• Transmitting electron microscope: High - resolution, can visualize internal and fine structures like nuclear pores.

Answer:

Transmitting electron microscope