Microscope

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What is a stain used for in microscopy?

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A stain is used to enhance the viewing of a specimen on a slide.

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What supports the microscope slide?

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The stage supports the microscope slide.

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How should you carry a microscope?

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Always carry the microscope with two hands and close to your body.

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What is the bottom support of the microscope called?

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The base is the bottom support of the microscope.

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What holds the slide in place on the stage?

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Stage clips are used to hold the slide in place.

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

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The objective lens magnifies the specimen for better viewing.

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What is the eyepiece of a microscope?

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The eyepiece is the lens you look through to see the specimen.

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What is the function of the diaphragm in a microscope?

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

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What is the purpose of the coarse focus knob?

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

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What is the fine focus knob used for?

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The fine focus knob is used for making small adjustments to the focus.