Microscope Flashcard

Front

What is total magnification in a microscope with two lenses of 10x each?

Back

Total magnification = Magnification of lens 1 x Magnification of lens 2 = 10x x 10x = 100x.

Front

What part of the microscope sharpens the image under high magnification?

Back

The fine adjustment knob.

Front

What is the function of the diaphragm in a microscope?

Back

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

Front

Which part of the microscope revolves to change the objective lenses?

Back

The nosepiece.

Front

What is the stage in a microscope?

Back

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

Front

What is the purpose of stage clips?

Back

Stage clips hold the slide in place on the stage.

Front

What does the coarse adjustment knob do?

Back

The coarse adjustment knob is used to make large adjustments to the focus of the microscope.

Front

What is the ocular lens?

Back

The ocular lens, or eyepiece, is the lens you look through to see the magnified image.

Front

What is the light source in a microscope?

Back

The light source illuminates the specimen for better visibility.

Front

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

Back

The coarse adjustment knob makes large changes in focus, while the fine adjustment knob makes small, precise adjustments.