Cell Theory and Microscope

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What holds the slide in place on a microscope?

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According to the Cell Theory, what can you conclude about plants and animals?

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They are both made of one or more cells.

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Why do we stain specimens when using a compound light microscope?

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To reveal details that are otherwise not easily seen.

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What invention from the 17th century contributed to the development of modern cell theory?

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The light microscope.

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What is the name of the microscope part labeled as D? (Use all lowercase letters)

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scanning power, scanning power objective

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What is the basic unit of life according to cell theory?

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The cell.

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What are the three main principles of cell theory?

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1. All living things are made of cells. 2. Cells are the basic unit of life. 3. All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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What is the function of the eyepiece in a microscope?

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To magnify the image of the specimen.

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

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To bring the specimen into general focus.

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What is the difference between a compound light microscope and an electron microscope?

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A compound light microscope uses light to view specimens, while an electron microscope uses beams of electrons.