A high powered microscope that allows investigators to examine the detailed surfaces of cells is called a ___________.
A)scanning electron microscope
B)transmission electron microscope
C)fluorescence microscope
D)scanning tunneling microscope
E)confocal laser scanning microscope

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A scanning electron microscope is specifically designed to examine the surfaces of cells and other specimens in great detail, using a high-powered electron beam to create an image. This type of microscope is particularly useful for studying the three-dimensional structure and features of cells and tissues. The other types of microscopes listed are also used in cell biology research, but are not specifically optimized for surface imaging at the cellular level.

A High Powered Microscope That Allows Investigators to Examine the Detailed