Question

why would a scientist use a transmission electron microscope (tem) instead of a compound microscope to view a tissue sample? the tem will produce an image with a higher resolution. the tem allows viewing of individual atoms. the tem image will be three - dimensional. the tem is used for live samples.

Explanation:

Transmission electron microscopes (TEMs) have much higher resolution than compound microscopes due to the shorter wavelength of electrons compared to light. While TEMs can show fine - details, viewing individual atoms is not their main use for tissue samples. TEM images are two - dimensional and samples are usually not live as they require preparation in a vacuum. The main advantage for tissue samples is higher resolution.

Answer:

The TEM will produce an image with a higher resolution.