Microscopes Review

Front

What piece is the platform that supports the microscope slide?

Back

Stage

Front

What piece controls the amount of light that enters the microscope?

Back

Diaphragm

Front

True or False: If the adjustment knobs are not turning, you should force them to turn.

Back

False

Front

True or False: You should always store microscopes covered.

Back

True

Front

Which of the following should you NOT do when handling a microscope?

• Only use lens paper for cleaning
• Carry with one hand
• Always store covered
• Be careful of cords

Back

Carry with one hand

Front

Total magnification using 10x eyepiece and 40x objective?

Back

400X

Front

How should a microscope be transported?

Back

by the arm and the base

Front

Which knob CANNOT be turned when observing a specimen using the high-powered objective? Options: coarse adjustment, fine adjustment, nosepiece adjustment, objective adjustment

Back

coarse adjustment

Front

Which objective lens should you ALWAYS begin your observation with?

Back

low power objective

Front

What should you use to wipe dust off of a microscope lens? Options: lens paper, paper towel, toilet paper, Kim wipe

Back

lens paper