Why can't we see atoms?
A)We see with light energy and the wavelength of light is larger than the atom and is not reflected.
B)Atoms are invisible.
C)We cannot see things that are microscopic.
D)We see with light energy but the atoms absorb all the light and therefore there are no reflections.
E)Atoms do not interact with light energy and therefore we are unable to observe them with light.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

We see by the reflection of light off of objects, but the wavelength of visible light is much larger than atoms, so light cannot be reflected off of them and thus we cannot see them.

Why Can't We See Atoms