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Light microscopy — OCR GCSE Biology A J247
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OCR GCSE Biology A
Cell level systems
Cell structures
Light microscopy
OCR GCSE Biology A · J247
Light microscopy
What you need to know
Describe the use of light microscopes and staining to view cells.
Identify and explain the function of microscope components including lenses, stage, lamp, slides, and cover slips.
Explain the use of stains to view colourless specimens or highlight specific structures and tissues.
Calculate the magnification of biological specimens.
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