Electron microscopy is a useful tool in the study of synaptic morphology.The resolution of an electron microscope is much greater than that of a light microscope because:
A) smaller electron waves scatter less than light waves.
B) light waves scatter less than electron waves.
C) larger electron waves scatter more than light waves.
D) larger light waves scatter in patterns similar to those of electron waves.

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The smaller wavelength of electrons allows for greater resolution because they are less likely to scatter and diffract when passing through structures. Light waves, on the other hand, have a larger wavelength and are more easily scattered, leading to lower resolution in microscopy.

Electron Microscopy Is a Useful Tool in the Study of Synaptic