Function of a Compound Microscope

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What is a compound microscope?

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A compound microscope is an optical instrument that uses multiple lenses to magnify small objects, making them appear larger.

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What is total magnification in a microscope?

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Total magnification is calculated by multiplying the magnification of the eyepiece lens by the magnification of the objective lens.

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If the eyepiece lens is 10x and the objective lens is 30x, what is the total magnification?

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300x

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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 being observed.

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What is the purpose of the light switch on a microscope?

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The light switch is used to turn on or off the light source for illuminating the specimen.

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What are objective lenses?

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Objective lenses are the lenses closest to the specimen, used to magnify the image. They come in different magnifications such as 4X, 10X, and 43X.

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What does the term 'ocular lens' refer to?

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The ocular lens, also known as the eyepiece, is the lens you look through to see the magnified image.

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What is the role of the stage in a microscope?

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

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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 purpose of the fine focus knob?

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