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12 July, 12:48

When utilizing a transmission electron microscope, why is it necessary to stain the specimen with heavy metal salts?

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  1. 12 July, 13:06
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    Staining specimen with heavy metal salts (e. g. tungsten, molybdenum) allows you to see the specimen better with higher contrast when electron beam deflects off of your sample.
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