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MIC 121 Microscopes Objective Question

Question

What type of light does a Fluorescence Microscope primarily use as its illumination source?
Options
A Infrared light
B Visible white light
C Ultraviolet or blue light
Correct Answer
D X-rays
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document states, 'It uses ultraviolet or blue light' as the light source for fluorescence microscopy.

Hint

This type of light has a shorter wavelength than visible light and is used to excite certain dyes.

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