Electron microscopes have a much higher resolution than either the human eye or any light microscope because:
A) of their higher magnification.
B) the lenses used are of much higher quality.
C) of the very short (nanometer) wavelengths of electrons.
D) the images are viewed on screens, rather than directly using an eyepiece or ocular lens.
E) it can be used to view stained or living cells.

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Electron microscopes have a higher resolution due to the very short wavelengths of electrons, which are much smaller than the wavelengths of visible light used in light microscopes, allowing them to resolve much finer details.

Electron Microscopes Have a Much Higher Resolution Than Either the Human