Microscope Review

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What is a microscope?

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A microscope is an instrument that makes small objects appear larger.

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What part of the microscope supports the specimen slide?

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The stage supports the specimen slide.

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What is the eyepiece of a microscope?

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The eyepiece is the part of the microscope that contains the lens you look through.

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What is the function of the diaphragm in a microscope?

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

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What is the base of a microscope?

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The base is the bottom part of the microscope that supports the entire structure.

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What is the arm of a microscope?

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The arm is the part of the microscope that connects the base to the head and supports the optical components.

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What are objective lenses in a microscope?

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Objective lenses are the lenses closest to the specimen that magnify the image.

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What is the difference between low power and high power objective lenses?

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Low power objective lenses provide a wider field of view and lower magnification, while high power objective lenses provide a narrower field of view and higher magnification.

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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 to make small adjustments to the focus of the microscope.