Microscope

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What is the function of the mechanical stage on a microscope?

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The mechanical stage is the platform on which the slides are placed.

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What is the ocular lens on a microscope?

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The ocular lens is the lens through which the viewer looks to see the magnified image.

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What does resolving power (resolution) mean in microscopy?

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The degree to which two adjacent points in a specimen are seen as separate or the ability to deliver a clear image in detail.

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What is the working distance in microscopy?

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The area between the stage and the objective lens.

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What are objectives in a microscope?

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Objectives are the lenses that provide different levels of magnification.

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What is the purpose of the fine adjustment knob on a microscope?

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The fine adjustment knob is used to make small adjustments to the focus of the microscope.

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What is the role of the condenser in a microscope?

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The condenser focuses light onto the specimen to enhance visibility.

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What is the purpose of the light source in a microscope?

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The light source illuminates the specimen for better visibility.

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What does magnification refer to in microscopy?

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Magnification is the process of enlarging the appearance of an object.

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What is the stage control knob used for?

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The stage control knob is used to move the slide in different directions for viewing.