Why can't phase contrast microscopy be used effectively to view stained specimens?
University of Ilorin BIO107 2026 past question
- The stain destroys the phase rings
- Staining alters the refractive index differences that phase contrast relies on
- Stained specimens absorb all light
- The stain blocks the light path completely
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