Practice mode Biology

How far apart must two points be for the unaided human eye to tell them apart?

Correct answer C. 0.1 mm

Explanation

The resolving power of the naked eye is about 0.1 mm (100 micrometres); points closer than this appear as one, which is why microscopes are needed.

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