A virologist wants to observe the three-dimensional surface features of virus particles she is studying. Which of the following microscopes would be most useful for her observations?

A) differential interference contrast
B) atomic force
C) scanning electron
D) transmission electron
E) atomic force or scanning electron


E
Bloom's Taxonomy: Application
Section: Microscopy
Learning Outcome: 4.9, 4.11

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a. NAD+ b. CO2 c. ADP d. NADP+ e. O2

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