Which of the following statements about bright field microscopy are true?

A) Bright field microscopy is great for seeing living samples.
B) Dark field, phase contract, and differential interference contract microscopy are better for observing dead samples.
C) Bright field microscopy is able to see specimens without natural coloration.
D) Bright field microscopy is the simplest and most common form of microscopy.
E) Bright field microscopy has the sample appear as a brighter contrasting image on a dark background.


Answer: D

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