Microscopes

Front

What part of the microscope controls the amount of light available?

Back

Diaphragm

Front

Which adjustment knob is used for first focusing?

Back

Coarse Adjustment Knob

Front

What does the term 'resolution' describe in microscopy?

Back

How clear an image is.

Front

Which two parts of the microscope support the entire microscope?

Back

Arm and Base.

Front

What is the magnification of the ocular/eyepiece lens on a microscope?

Back

10x

Front

What is the function of the objective lens in a microscope?

Back

To magnify the specimen being observed.

Front

What is the purpose of the stage on a microscope?

Back

To hold the slide in place for observation.

Front

What is the role of the illuminator in a microscope?

Back

To provide light for viewing the specimen.

Front

What is the difference between the coarse and fine adjustment knobs?

Back

Coarse adjustment moves the stage significantly, while fine adjustment makes small changes for precise focusing.

Front

What is the typical range of magnification for a compound microscope?

Back

40x to 1000x.