- High Resolution: SEMs can achieve a resolution of up to 1 nanometer, making them ideal for observing nanoscale features. - Depth of Field: They provide a greater depth of field compared to optical microscopes, allowing more of the sample to be in focus at once. - Versatility: SEMs can be used to study a wide range of materials, including metals, polymers, ceramics, and biological specimens. - 3D Imaging: By tilting the sample and taking multiple images, SEMs can create three-dimensional reconstructions of the surface.