Biology Midterm Review Flashcardizz #1

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What is the defining characteristic of organisms in the Domain Eukarya?

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Organisms in the Domain Eukarya have a nucleus.

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What is the function of the arm on a microscope?

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The arm supports the body of the microscope and is used to carry it.

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What is the purpose of the revolving nosepiece on a microscope?

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The revolving nosepiece allows the user to switch between different objective lenses to change the magnification.

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In an experiment, what is the dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the outcome that is measured, which in this case is how well they do on the math test.

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Which type of microscope is best for viewing the detailed structure of mitochondria?

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The Transmission Electron Microscope is best for viewing detailed structures like mitochondria.

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Define 'dependent variable' in an experiment.

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The dependent variable is the variable that is measured or observed in response to changes in the independent variable.

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

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The coarse adjustment knob is used to bring the specimen into general focus.

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

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A compound light microscope uses light to view specimens, while a transmission electron microscope uses electrons for higher resolution images.

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What is the function of the diaphragm on a microscope?

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

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What is the significance of the field-of-view in microscopy?

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The field-of-view is the visible area seen through the microscope, which helps in locating and observing specimens.