Microscope Flashcard

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What is the function 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, allowing for a clearer and more detailed view of the specimen.

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What combination should be used to initially view a specimen under a microscope?

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The low power objective and coarse adjustment knob should be used to initially view a specimen.

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What is the stage of a microscope?

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The stage is the flat platform where the slide containing the specimen is placed for observation.

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What does the high power objective lens do?

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The high power objective lens provides the most magnification and the smallest field of view, allowing for detailed observation of small structures.

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

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The objective lens is responsible for gathering light from the specimen and magnifying the image for viewing.

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What is the body tube of a microscope?

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The body tube is the part of the microscope that connects the eyepiece to the objective lenses, allowing light to travel from the specimen to the viewer's eye.

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What is the purpose of stage clips on a microscope?

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Stage clips hold the slide in place on the stage, preventing it from moving during observation.

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What is the coarse adjustment knob used for?

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The coarse adjustment knob is used to make large adjustments to the focus of the microscope, helping to bring the specimen into view.

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What is the eyepiece of a microscope?

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The eyepiece is the lens at the top of the microscope that the viewer looks through, typically providing 10x magnification.

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

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Low power objectives provide a wider field of view and less magnification, while high power objectives provide a narrower field of view and greater magnification.