microscope

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What is the eyepiece of a microscope?

Back

The eyepiece is the lens at the top of the microscope that you look through. It typically has a magnification of 10x.

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What is the function of the arm of a microscope?

Back

The arm supports the body tube and connects it to the base. It is used to carry the microscope.

Front

What is the coarse adjustment knob used for?

Back

The coarse adjustment knob is used to move the stage up or down to bring the specimen into general focus.

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What happens to the field of view when moving from low power to high power?

Back

The field of view becomes darker and smaller.

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What is the purpose of the fine adjustment knob?

Back

The fine adjustment knob is used to sharpen the image after the coarse adjustment has been made.

Front

What is the stage of a microscope?

Back

The stage is the flat platform where the slide is placed for observation.

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What is the diaphragm in a microscope?

Back

The diaphragm controls the amount of light that reaches the specimen.

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What is the light source in a microscope?

Back

The light source illuminates the specimen, making it easier to see.

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What is the objective lens?

Back

The objective lens is the lens closest to the specimen, which provides different levels of magnification.

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What is the base of a microscope?

Back

The base is the bottom part of the microscope that supports the entire structure.