A biologist wants specifically to examine the surfaces of different types of cells in kidney tubules of small mammals. The cells in question can be distinguished by external shape, size, and 3-D characteristics. Which of the following would be the optimum method for her study?
A) transmission electron microscopy
B) cell fractionation
C) light microscopy using stains specific to kidney function
D) light microscopy of living unstained material
E) scanning electron microscopy

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Scanning electron microscopy would provide the best method for examining the surfaces of the different types of cells in kidney tubules. This technique would allow for the visualization of external shape, size, and 3-D characteristics, as well as provide high-resolution images of the cell surfaces.

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