Microscope Regents Questions Practice

Front

What is the purpose of using a coverslip when preparing a wet mount?

Back

The coverslip reduces the possibility of trapping air bubbles.

Front

How does the movement of a hydra appear under a compound light microscope?

Back

The hydra will appear to move in the opposite direction due to the inversion of the image.

Front

What is the average size of a Paramecium if the field of view is 875 micrometers and it occupies 31.4% of the view?

Back

275 micrometers.

Front

Convert 0.008 millimeters to micrometers.

Back

8 micrometers.

Front

Which structure in a stained cheek cell is most likely visible under high power?

Back

Nucleus.

Front

What is the function of a compound light microscope?

Back

To magnify small objects using multiple lenses.

Front

What is the field of view in microscopy?

Back

The diameter of the visible area seen through the microscope.

Front

Why is it important to avoid air bubbles in a wet mount preparation?

Back

Air bubbles can obstruct the view and affect the observation of specimens.

Front

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

Back

40x to 1000x.

Front

What is the difference between high power and low power objectives in microscopy?

Back

High power objectives provide greater magnification and detail, while low power objectives offer a wider field of view.