Question: 5 ) What microscopy instrument ( optical , SEM, TEM, AFM, or STM ) would you use to characterize the following materials ( and why

5) What microscopy instrument (optical, SEM, TEM, AFM, or STM) would you use to characterize the following materials (and why)?
a) Measure the lattice distortion within Cu nanoparticles due to the substitution of Rh into the Cu structure.
b) Measure the size and shape of asbestos particles in ceiling insulation
c) Measure the thickness of the SiO2 thin film on a Si wafer.
d) Characterize the crack defect within a steel support rod that was sitting within seawater for 1 year.
e) Measure roughness and morphology of a UV coating on a glass window (to check manufacturers stated smoothness, ranging between 0.2-1m).

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